Shamrock
HEX: #45CEA2 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#45CEA2
69, 206, 162
160°, 66% ,80%
66.5, 0, 21.36, 19.22
About Shamrock
Shamrock (#45CEA2) is a color with RGB(69, 206, 162) and HSL(160.73°, 66.5%, 80.78%). It is commonly associated with Playful moods. In design, it fits Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Background. Its complementary color is #CE4571, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #A245CE and #CEA245. The name comes from seamróg (Irish).
- HEX: #45CEA2
- RGB: 69, 206, 162
- HSL: 160.73°, 66.5%, 80.78%
- Mood: Playful
- Style: Cool
- Use case: Text, Button, Background
- Complementary color: #CE4571
- Triadic colors: #A245CE, #CEA245
- The name comes from seamróg (Irish).
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 #45CEA2 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Color Characteristics
Accessibility Simulation
#B4B4A4
#C5C5A1
#56C9C9
#B8B8B8
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The word 'shamrock' is an anglicization of the Irish word 'seamróg', which is the diminutive of 'seamair' (clover). It literally means 'young clover'. The shamrock has been a symbol of Ireland for centuries. Its most famous association is with Saint Patrick, who, according to legend, used the three leaves of the shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) to the pagan Irish. While the exact species of clover considered the 'true' shamrock is debated (common candidates include Trifolium dubium, Trifolium repens, and Medicago lupulina), its symbolic meaning remains consistent. It became a prominent emblem during the rise of Irish nationalism in the 18th and 19th centuries and is now widely recognized internationally as a symbol of Ireland, particularly associated with St. Patrick's Day.
First Recorded Use
The earliest known written use of 'shamrock' in English dates back to the late 16th century, though the plant itself and its significance in Ireland predate this considerably.
Cultural Associations
The shamrock is one of the most enduring and recognizable symbols of Ireland. It is worn on St. Patrick's Day, appears on national emblems, sports jerseys, and is a common motif in Irish art and design. Its connection to Saint Patrick makes it a symbol of both Irish heritage and Christianity. It is also often associated with good luck, similar to a four-leaf clover, though the traditional shamrock has three leaves.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #45CEA2;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #45CEA2;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #45CEA2;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#45CEA2,
#EFADC2
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#45CEA2,
#EFADC2
);
}// SCSS variable
$shamrock: #45CEA2;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$shamrock-r: 69;
$shamrock-g: 206;
$shamrock-b: 162;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $shamrock;
color: rgba($shamrock-r, $shamrock-g, $shamrock-b, 0.8);
}