The color celadon gets its name from a type of ancient Chinese pottery that was glazed in a soft, jade green color. It became synonymous with refined craftsmanship and imperial elegance. The color's cultural significance has grown to represent harmony, balance, and spiritual growth in Eastern philosophical traditions. Celadon maintain its connection to serenity and balance even today. It has emerged as a versatile color in modern design, where it's valued in interior spaces for creating balanced, nature-inspired environments. It also appears in fashion and graphic design as both a calming neutral and a subtle statement color that adds depth without being overwhelming.
Celadon presents as a pale green with grey undertones, and uses the hex code #ACE1D4 in digital applications. The RGB values of R:172, G:225, B:212 create its characteristic soft, cooling effect that works effectively in digital media. For print applications, celadon uses CMYK values of C:24%, M:0%, Y:6%, K:12%, where the light cyan base is slightly muted by the addition of black, and minimal yellow adds a touch of warmth.
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