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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#28C855 — Emerald
#28C855 is a mid-tone saturated green sitting at 137° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #28C855
- f2fcf5
- cbf5d7
- a4edb9
- 7de59a
- 56de7c
- 2ed65e
- 23b24c
- 1b8b3b
- 14642a
- 0c3c1a
- 041509
Color schemes using #28C855
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#28C855 FAQ
What color is #28C855?
#28C855 is a shade of emerald in the green family. It has a hue of 137 degrees, 67% saturation and 47% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #28C855?
#28C855 is rgb(40, 200, 85) in RGB, hsl(137, 67%, 47%) in HSL, and cmyk(80%, 0%, 58%, 22%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #28C855?
White text on this background reaches 2.21:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.48:1.
What colors go well with #28C855?
Its direct complement is #C8289B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #A528C8 and #C8284A gives you contrast without the vibration.