Emerald
Also known as: Yushan Green, Diamine Green, Tropical Forest Green, Summer Forest Green
Emerald sits on the cool side of the spectrum: a vivid green that feels grounded and restorative. Try it in finance apps and outdoor gear. Emerald plays well with pink tones — the harmonies below show exactly which ones. For accessible text, use it on black or near-black backgrounds (4.95:1, passes WCAG AA) rather than white.
Emerald color codes
- HEX
- #028F1E
- RGB
- rgb(2, 143, 30)
- RGBA
- rgba(2, 143, 30, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(132, 97%, 28%)
- HSV
- hsv(132, 99%, 56%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(99%, 0%, 79%, 44%)
- LAB
- lab(51.6 -50.4 46.2)
- OKLCH
- oklch(56.5% 0.181 144.2)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning warm
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: forestgreen#228B22 · ΔE 1.7
- RAL 6017 — May green#468641 · ΔE 7.0 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Emerald works
- Web & UI: A supporting-cast color for UI: chart fills, tags, empty-state illustrations — not text.
- Interiors: Strong for a whole room, excellent in doses: an accent wall, cabinetry, or a statement chair.
- Fashion: Wears best as the statement piece — a top, scarf, or shoes — against neutral basics.
- Branding: Reads as growth and sustainability — at home in wellness, food, and environmental brands.
- Branding: A secondary brand color by nature: it supports a stronger primary and shines in illustration.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Emerald
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Emerald by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 4.24:1
AA failAAA failAA large pass
Aa — on black
contrast 4.95:1
AA passAAA failAA large pass
Best text color on a Emerald background: #000000
Palettes featuring Emerald
Emerald with its complement
Soft neighbors of Emerald
Emerald triad
Similar colors
- Clover#008F00 · ΔE 2.0
- Asian Spice#118822 · ΔE 2.6
- Fine Pine#008800 · ΔE 3.1
- La Palma#428929 · ΔE 4.4
- Hulk#008000 · ΔE 5.5
- Poblano#077F1B · ΔE 5.7
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Emerald is closest to Magentleman.
Emerald FAQs
What color is Emerald?
Emerald is a dark green with the hex code #028F1E. In HSL terms it has a hue of 132°, 97% saturation, and 28% lightness.
What is the hex code for Emerald?
The hex code for Emerald is #028F1E. In RGB it's rgb(2, 143, 30), and in CMYK it's cmyk(99%, 0%, 79%, 44%).
What colors go well with Emerald?
Emerald pairs naturally with pink tones from its complementary harmony, and with purple accents from its split-complementary palette. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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