Chartreuse
HEX: #7FFF00 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#7FFF00
127, 255, 0
90°, 100% ,100%
50.2, 0, 100, 0
About Chartreuse
Chartreuse (#7FFF00) is a color with RGB(127, 255, 0) and HSL(90.12°, 100%, 100%). It is commonly associated with Playful moods. In design, it fits Neon, Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Background. Its complementary color is #8000FF, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes Azure (#007FFF) and Rose (#FF007F). The name comes from Chartreuse (French).
- HEX: #7FFF00
- RGB: 127, 255, 0
- HSL: 90.12°, 100%, 100%
- Mood: Playful
- Style: Neon, Cool
- Use case: Text, Button, Background
- Complementary color: #8000FF
- Triadic colors: Azure (#007FFF), Rose (#FF007F)
- The name comes from Chartreuse (French).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #7FFF00 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The Carthusian Order of monks has been producing the Chartreuse liqueur since the 18th century, based on an ancient manuscript. The liqueur's distinctive color, a vibrant yellowish-green, is due to the more than 130 herbs, plants, and flowers used in its secret recipe. As the liqueur gained popularity, its unique color became associated with its name. By the late 19th century, 'Chartreuse' was being used as a color descriptor, especially in fashion and interior design, to refer to this specific shade of green. It saw a surge in popularity in the Art Nouveau period and again in the mid-20th century.
First Recorded Use
The color 'Chartreuse' is named after the French liqueur of the same name, which was first produced by Carthusian monks in the Chartreuse Mountains of France. The liqueur itself dates back to 1737, but the specific color name 'Chartreuse' for the yellowish-green hue became more widely recognized in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in fashion and design.
Cultural Associations
The color Chartreuse is often associated with nature, freshness, and vibrancy due to its green undertones. It can also evoke feelings of energy, creativity, and sometimes eccentricity. In fashion, it has been used to make bold statements and is often seen as a trendy or avant-garde color. Due to its brightness, it is sometimes used in safety equipment or high-visibility clothing, though often in a more neon variant. The liqueur itself has a rich cultural history, often associated with sophistication and unique taste.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #7FFF00;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #7FFF00;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #7FFF00;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#7FFF00,
#FFFFFF
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#7FFF00,
#FFFFFF
);
}// SCSS variable
$chartreuse: #7FFF00;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$chartreuse-r: 127;
$chartreuse-g: 255;
$chartreuse-b: 0;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $chartreuse;
color: rgba($chartreuse-r, $chartreuse-g, $chartreuse-b, 0.8);
}