Dark Sea Green
HEX: #8FBC8F | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#8FBC8F
143, 188, 143
120°, 23% ,73%
23.94, 0, 23.94, 26.27
About Dark Sea Green
Dark Sea Green (#8FBC8F) is a color with RGB(143, 188, 143) and HSL(120°, 23.94%, 73.73%). It is commonly associated with Calm moods. In design, it fits Pastel, Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Background, Border. Its complementary color is #BC8FBC, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #8F8FBC and Rosy Brown (#BC8F8F). The name comes from Dark Sea Green (English).
- HEX: #8FBC8F
- RGB: 143, 188, 143
- HSL: 120°, 23.94%, 73.73%
- Mood: Calm
- Style: Pastel, Cool
- Use case: Text, Background, Border
- Complementary color: #BC8FBC
- Triadic colors: #8F8FBC, Rosy Brown (#BC8F8F)
- The name comes from Dark Sea Green (English).
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 #8FBC8F from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The concept of 'sea green' as a color has existed for centuries, referring to the greenish-blue hues often seen in ocean water. Adding 'dark' to this descriptor helps to differentiate a specific, deeper shade from lighter or more vibrant 'sea greens'. This particular shade (#8fbc8f) is notably part of the X11 color names, which were established for use in computer graphics, solidifying its recognition in digital and web design contexts.
First Recorded Use
The specific compound name 'Dark Sea Green' as a standardized color name likely emerged with the increasing precision in color naming and standardization efforts, particularly in art, fashion, and later digital contexts. While 'sea green' has older roots, the 'dark' modifier for a specific shade became more common in the late 19th or early 20th century.
Cultural Associations
In general, green colors are associated with nature, growth, renewal, and tranquility. 'Sea green' specifically evokes marine environments, often suggesting calmness, depth, and sometimes mystery. The 'dark' aspect can add a sense of sophistication or seriousness compared to brighter greens. It's a color often found in natural landscapes, particularly coastal or underwater scenes, and can be used to create a serene or earthy aesthetic in design.
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Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #8FBC8F;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #8FBC8F;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #8FBC8F;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#8FBC8F,
#CCACCC
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#8FBC8F,
#CCACCC
);
}// SCSS variable
$dark-sea-green: #8FBC8F;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$dark-sea-green-r: 143;
$dark-sea-green-g: 188;
$dark-sea-green-b: 143;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $dark-sea-green;
color: rgba($dark-sea-green-r, $dark-sea-green-g, $dark-sea-green-b, 0.8);
}