Olive

Q: How do I use #657227 in CSS?

You can use #657227 in CSS with: background-color: #657227; or color: #657227; or as an RGB value: rgb(101, 114, 39). For print design, use CMYK: 11%, 0%, 66%, 55%.

#657227

Olive is a neutral dark color with the hex code #657227. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 101, 114, 39 in digital design or CMYK 11%, 0%, 66%, 55% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Olive Color Values

HEX: #657227
RGB: 101, 114, 39
HSL: 70°, 49%, 30%
CMYK: 11, 0, 66, 55

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Olive sits at 70° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 49% saturation and 30% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, neutral colors like Olive work well for typography, interface elements, and maintaining balance. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Olive in print, the CMYK breakdown of 11%, 0%, 66%, 55% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Olive

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #657227;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 101, 114, 39;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#657227',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 11%
M: 0%
Y: 66%
K: 55%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(101, 114, 39)
rgba(101, 114, 39, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 70° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #657227?

#657227 is Olive, a neutral dark color with RGB values of 101, 114, 39. It has a hue of 70°, 49% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #657227?

The RGB color code for #657227 is rgb(101, 114, 39). This means it contains 101 red, 114 green, and 39 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Olive a warm or cool color?

Olive (#657227) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #657227 in CSS?

You can use #657227 in CSS with: background-color: #657227; or color: #657227; or as an RGB value: rgb(101, 114, 39). For print design, use CMYK: 11%, 0%, 66%, 55%.