Is Spearmint (#80E8A8) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #80E8A8 achieves a contrast ratio of 1.50:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 11.92:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Spearmint?

The exact complementary color for #80E8A8 is #E882C1. For analogous pairings, use #8EE882 and #82E8DC. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Spearmint

Spearmint (#80E8A8)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Spearmint (#80E8A8)?

Spearmint has the HEX code #80E8A8. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 128, 232, 168. In HSL, it is 143°, 69%, 71%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:45% M:0% Y:28% K:9%.

Luminance: 65% · Nearest standard name: Spearmint

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SPEARMINT

#80E8A8

rgb(128, 232, 168) · hsl(143°, 69%, 71%)

HEX#80E8A8

RGB128, 232, 168

HSL143°, 69%, 71%

HSV / HSB143°, 45%, 91%

CMYK (Print)45%, 0%, 28%, 9%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#80E8A8#E882C1

Analogous

#8EE882#80E8A8#82E8DC

Triadic

#80E8A8#A982E8#E8A982

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)1.50:1

Sample text rendered with #80E8A8 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

Against Dark (#0F172A)11.92:1

Sample text rendered with #80E8A8 on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Spearmint (#80E8A8)

Spearmint (#80E8A8) is a distinct shade within the Emerald Green chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 65% and a warm-cool hybrid (vegetal / lime) color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#80E8A8

RGB Space128, 232, 168

HSL Values143°, 69%, 71%

HSV / HSB143°, 45%, 91%

CMYK Ink45%, 0%, 28%, 9%

TemperatureWarm-Cool Hybrid (Vegetal / Lime)

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Spearmint

Geometric intervals calculated from #80E8A8 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#E882C1

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Spearmint with its polar opposite (#E882C1) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#8EE882 · #82E8DC

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Spearmint for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#DC82E8 · #E8828E

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Spearmint, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#A982E8 · #E8A982

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#828EE8 · #E882C1 · #E8DC82

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Spearmint

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 69% and lightness of 71%, Spearmint (#80E8A8) acts as an attention-grabbing focal point. In user interfaces, reserve it for primary CTA buttons, active state indicators, and notification badges to draw user clicks immediately.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges

Dark Mode AdaptationDesaturate slightly for ambient glow

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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Communicates organic vitality, restorative health, prosperity, and ecological balance. Evokes natural renewal and positive validation.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Sustainable Commerce, Clean Energy, Health & Wellness, Wealth Management. Combining Spearmint with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Spearmint

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-80e8a8: #80E8A8;
  --color-80e8a8-rgb: 128, 232, 168;
  --color-80e8a8-hsl: 143deg 69% 71%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '80e8a8': '#80E8A8',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Spearmint (#80E8A8)

Authoritative answers covering Spearmint color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Spearmint (#80E8A8)?

Spearmint is defined by the HEX code #80E8A8. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:128, G:232, B:168. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:143°, Saturation:69%, Lightness:71%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 143°, 45%, 91%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:45%, M:0%, Y:28%, K:9%.

Does Spearmint (#80E8A8) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Spearmint achieves a contrast ratio of 1.50:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Failing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 11.92:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Spearmint (#80E8A8)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #80E8A8 is #E882C1. When placed side-by-side, #80E8A8 and #E882C1 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Spearmint in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Spearmint into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Spearmint in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #80E8A8; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Spearmint using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Spearmint (#80E8A8) belong to?

Spearmint belongs to the Emerald Green family (Warm-Cool Hybrid (Vegetal / Lime) spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Emerald Green Color Guide.