Color: Olive
Complete color information and conversion tools for Olive
Convert Olive to all major color formats. Click any value to copy to clipboard.
Test Olive 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 black text for best results.
Recommended text color: Use #000000 text for optimal readability on Olive backgrounds.
Colors similar to Olive based on hue and saturation.
About Olive Color
The Olive color (#808000) is a green color that belongs to the web-safe color palette. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Olive, including its technical specifications, psychological impact, design applications, and practical usage examples.
Olive has the hexadecimal code #808000 and RGB values of 128, 128, 0. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 60°, saturation of 100%, and lightness of 25%. This color is widely supported across all browsers and design applications.
Discover the psychological impact and cultural significance of Olive.
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 Olive 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 Olive.
Color Temperature
Dominant Wavelength
Color Purity
Brightness Index
Real-world examples and code snippets showing how to use Olive.
CSS Examples
Design Tips & Best Practices
When using Olive 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 Olive 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.