Light Olive

Q: How do I use #BDDA8B in CSS?

You can use #BDDA8B in CSS with: background-color: #BDDA8B; or color: #BDDA8B; or as an RGB value: rgb(189, 218, 139). For print design, use CMYK: 13%, 0%, 36%, 15%.

#BDDA8B

Light Olive is a neutral light color with the hex code #BDDA8B. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 189, 218, 139 in digital design or CMYK 13%, 0%, 36%, 15% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Olive Color Values

HEX: #BDDA8B
RGB: 189, 218, 139
HSL: 82°, 52%, 70%
CMYK: 13, 0, 36, 15

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Light Olive sits at 82° 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 13%, 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: #BDDA8B;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 189, 218, 139;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#BDDA8B',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 13%
M: 0%
Y: 36%
K: 15%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(189, 218, 139)
rgba(189, 218, 139, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 82° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #BDDA8B?

#BDDA8B is Light Olive, a neutral light color with RGB values of 189, 218, 139. It has a hue of 82°, 52% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #BDDA8B?

The RGB color code for #BDDA8B is rgb(189, 218, 139). This means it contains 189 red, 218 green, and 139 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Light Olive a warm or cool color?

Light Olive (#BDDA8B) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #BDDA8B in CSS?

You can use #BDDA8B in CSS with: background-color: #BDDA8B; or color: #BDDA8B; or as an RGB value: rgb(189, 218, 139). For print design, use CMYK: 13%, 0%, 36%, 15%.