All you need to know about Olive.

Find out what the color means and how you can pair it with other colors to achieve beautiful results.

Olive Color Guide: Embrace the Natural and Versatile Hue

Olive (#808000), a dull yellow-green color named after the olive fruit, stands out among various shades of green. Its muted, natural tone makes it ideal for battle and combat, widely used in military attire, camouflage, and weaponry. Historically, olive has been associated with harmony and peace.

Olive: Color Symbolism and Adaptability

Olive (#808000) embodies adaptability, allowing it to fit seamlessly into neutral and green color palettes. This versatility makes it perfect for creating complex and stylish combinations that suit various design aesthetics.

Versatile Pairings with Olive (#808000)

Enhance your designs by pairing Olive with:

Neutral tones such as Gunmetal Gray (#8D918D) for a balanced and sophisticated palette

Complementary greens like Forest Green (#228B22) to deepen the natural theme

Olive pairs beautifully with brighter tones, creating eye-catching palettes:

Regal purple (#A020F0) for a rich and bold contrast

Classic blue (#0000FF) for a striking and dynamic appearance

Warm orange (#FFA500) to introduce a lively and energetic element

Olive Color Specifications

Hex Code: #808000 - Utilize this timeless shade for precise color matching in your design projects, ensuring a versatile and harmonious visual appeal.

Color conversion

HEX
#808000

RGB DECIMAL
128, 128, 0

RGB PERCENTAGE
0.5, 0.5, 0.0

HSL
60.0, 1.0, 0.3, 1.0

HSV
60.0, 1.0, 0.5

CMYK
0.0, 0.0, 1.0, 0.5

LAB
51.9, -12.9, 56.7

NUMBER
8421376

LUMINANCE
0.20

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