Olive

Q: How do I use #9F9D2D in CSS?

You can use #9F9D2D in CSS with: background-color: #9F9D2D; or color: #9F9D2D; or as an RGB value: rgb(159, 157, 45). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 1%, 72%, 38%.

#9F9D2D

Olive is a warm medium color with the hex code #9F9D2D. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 159, 157, 45 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 1%, 72%, 38% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Olive Color Values

HEX: #9F9D2D
RGB: 159, 157, 45
HSL: 59°, 56%, 40%
CMYK: 0, 1, 72, 38

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Olive sits at 59° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 56% saturation and 40% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Olive work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Olive in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 1%, 72%, 38% 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: #9F9D2D;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 159, 157, 45;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#9F9D2D',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 1%
Y: 72%
K: 38%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(159, 157, 45)
rgba(159, 157, 45, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 59° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #9F9D2D?

#9F9D2D is Olive, a warm medium color with RGB values of 159, 157, 45. It has a hue of 59°, 56% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #9F9D2D?

The RGB color code for #9F9D2D is rgb(159, 157, 45). This means it contains 159 red, 157 green, and 45 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Olive a warm or cool color?

Olive (#9F9D2D) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #9F9D2D in CSS?

You can use #9F9D2D in CSS with: background-color: #9F9D2D; or color: #9F9D2D; or as an RGB value: rgb(159, 157, 45). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 1%, 72%, 38%.