Color: Dark Olive Green
Complete color information and conversion tools for Dark Olive Green
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Test Dark Olive Green for accessibility compliance and color contrast ratios.
Basic Contrast Ratios
WCAG 2.1 Compliance
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Required ratio: 3:1
Required ratio: 7:1
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Usage Recommendations
⚠ Good for accessibility
This color meets AA standards. Use with white text for best results.
Recommended text color: Use #FFFFFF text for optimal readability on Dark Olive Green backgrounds.
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About Dark Olive Green Color
The Dark Olive Green color (#556B2F) is a green color that belongs to the web-safe color palette. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Dark Olive Green, including its technical specifications, psychological impact, design applications, and practical usage examples.
Dark Olive Green has the hexadecimal code #556B2F and RGB values of 85, 107, 47. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 82°, saturation of 39%, and lightness of 30%. This color is widely supported across all browsers and design applications.
Discover the psychological impact and cultural significance of Dark Olive Green.
Associated Emotions
Nature, growth, harmony, freshness, safety, money
Symbolism & Meaning
Health, environment, prosperity, balance, renewal
Marketing & Branding
Associated with health, wealth, and eco-friendliness
Learn how to effectively use Dark Olive Green in various design contexts.
Web Design
- • Success messages
- • Environmental themes
- • Healthcare sites
- • Financial services
Interior Design
- • Living rooms
- • Kitchens
- • Garden rooms
- • Natural themes
Graphic Design
- • Eco-friendly brands
- • Health products
- • Financial services
- • Nature themes
Fashion & Clothing
- • Casual wear
- • Outdoor clothing
- • Spring collections
- • Military-inspired pieces
Complete technical details and color space information for Dark Olive Green.
Color Temperature
Dominant Wavelength
Color Purity
Brightness Index
Real-world examples and code snippets showing how to use Dark Olive Green.
CSS Examples
Design Tips & Best Practices
When using Dark Olive Green in your designs, consider its psychological impact and cultural associations. This color works well in web design, branding, and marketing materials and can be effectively paired with complementary colors to create striking visual compositions.
Accessibility Considerations
When using Dark Olive Green as a text or background color, ensure sufficient contrast ratios for accessibility compliance. Test your color combinations against WCAG guidelines to ensure readability for all users.