Olive

Q: How do I use #696C2D in CSS?

You can use #696C2D in CSS with: background-color: #696C2D; or color: #696C2D; or as an RGB value: rgb(105, 108, 45). For print design, use CMYK: 3%, 0%, 58%, 58%.

#696C2D

Olive is a neutral dark color with the hex code #696C2D. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 105, 108, 45 in digital design or CMYK 3%, 0%, 58%, 58% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Olive Color Values

HEX: #696C2D
RGB: 105, 108, 45
HSL: 63°, 41%, 30%
CMYK: 3, 0, 58, 58

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Olive sits at 63° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 41% 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 3%, 0%, 58%, 58% 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: #696C2D;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 105, 108, 45;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#696C2D',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 3%
M: 0%
Y: 58%
K: 58%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(105, 108, 45)
rgba(105, 108, 45, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

6 brand s with colors near 63° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #696C2D?

#696C2D is Olive, a neutral dark color with RGB values of 105, 108, 45. It has a hue of 63°, 41% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #696C2D?

The RGB color code for #696C2D is rgb(105, 108, 45). This means it contains 105 red, 108 green, and 45 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Olive a warm or cool color?

Olive (#696C2D) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #696C2D in CSS?

You can use #696C2D in CSS with: background-color: #696C2D; or color: #696C2D; or as an RGB value: rgb(105, 108, 45). For print design, use CMYK: 3%, 0%, 58%, 58%.