Light Olive

Q: How do I use #9DBE74 in CSS?

You can use #9DBE74 in CSS with: background-color: #9DBE74; or color: #9DBE74; or as an RGB value: rgb(157, 190, 116). For print design, use CMYK: 17%, 0%, 39%, 25%.

#9DBE74

Light Olive is a neutral light color with the hex code #9DBE74. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 157, 190, 116 in digital design or CMYK 17%, 0%, 39%, 25% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Olive Color Values

HEX: #9DBE74
RGB: 157, 190, 116
HSL: 87°, 36%, 60%
CMYK: 17, 0, 39, 25

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Light Olive sits at 87° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 36% saturation and 60% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, neutral colors like Light Olive work well for typography, interface elements, and maintaining balance. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Light Olive in print, the CMYK breakdown of 17%, 0%, 39%, 25% 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 Light Olive

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #9DBE74;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 157, 190, 116;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#9DBE74',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 17%
M: 0%
Y: 39%
K: 25%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(157, 190, 116)
rgba(157, 190, 116, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

5 brand s with colors near 87° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #9DBE74?

#9DBE74 is Light Olive, a neutral light color with RGB values of 157, 190, 116. It has a hue of 87°, 36% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #9DBE74?

The RGB color code for #9DBE74 is rgb(157, 190, 116). This means it contains 157 red, 190 green, and 116 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Light Olive a warm or cool color?

Light Olive (#9DBE74) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #9DBE74 in CSS?

You can use #9DBE74 in CSS with: background-color: #9DBE74; or color: #9DBE74; or as an RGB value: rgb(157, 190, 116). For print design, use CMYK: 17%, 0%, 39%, 25%.