Light Olive

Q: How do I use #B9DA8B in CSS?

You can use #B9DA8B in CSS with: background-color: #B9DA8B; or color: #B9DA8B; or as an RGB value: rgb(185, 218, 139). For print design, use CMYK: 15%, 0%, 36%, 15%.

#B9DA8B

Light Olive is a neutral light color with the hex code #B9DA8B. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 185, 218, 139 in digital design or CMYK 15%, 0%, 36%, 15% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Olive Color Values

HEX: #B9DA8B
RGB: 185, 218, 139
HSL: 85°, 52%, 70%
CMYK: 15, 0, 36, 15

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Light Olive sits at 85° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 52% saturation and 70% 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 15%, 0%, 36%, 15% 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: #B9DA8B;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 185, 218, 139;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#B9DA8B',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 15%
M: 0%
Y: 36%
K: 15%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(185, 218, 139)
rgba(185, 218, 139, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

5 brand s with colors near 85° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #B9DA8B?

#B9DA8B is Light Olive, a neutral light color with RGB values of 185, 218, 139. It has a hue of 85°, 52% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #B9DA8B?

The RGB color code for #B9DA8B is rgb(185, 218, 139). This means it contains 185 red, 218 green, and 139 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Light Olive a warm or cool color?

Light Olive (#B9DA8B) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #B9DA8B in CSS?

You can use #B9DA8B in CSS with: background-color: #B9DA8B; or color: #B9DA8B; or as an RGB value: rgb(185, 218, 139). For print design, use CMYK: 15%, 0%, 36%, 15%.