Details about the color Dark Olive Green

Color Details and Palettes for #59574b

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About Color Hex #59574b

The color Dark Olive Green, with hexadecimal code #59574b, belongs to the gray color family, evoking neutrality, balance, and subtlety. Additionally, it evokes emotions such as Happiness, Optimism, Positivity, Intellect and Energy. Yellow-orange can symbolize vitality and joy. In some cultures, it is linked to warmth and positive energy. With a lower saturation of 8.54%, it has a more subdued and muted tone, and its lightness of 32.16% provides a deeper and richer look. This color is ideal for designs that aim to express Happiness, Optimism, Positivity, or Intellect. It can be effectively used in web design, branding, and marketing materials to attract attention and convey specific messages.

The RGB values for Dark Olive Green are (89, 87, 75), providing a combination of red: 89, green: 87, and blue: 75. In HSL format, it has a hue of 51.00°, saturation of 9.00%, and lightness of 32.00%.

The HSV representation includes a hue of 51.00°, saturation of 16.00%, and value of 35.00%. Its CMYK composition is cyan: 0.00%, magenta: 2.00%, yellow: 16.00%, and black: 65.00%.

The calculated luminance of #59574b is 0.094, offering a brightness level suitable for various design requirements.

This color is not part of the web-safe color palette. The closest web-safe color to this is the color HEX #666633. Its contrast ratio is 2.89:1 against black and 7.27:1 against white. It works well on light backgrounds but may be challenging on darker ones.

In terms of color temperature, #59574b is considered a warm hue. When it comes to accessibility, testing against standard guidelines suggests that using white text meets typical WCAG contrast standards. Additionally, the ideal foreground color for improved legibility on #59574b is white.

Considering its saturation and lightness, #59574b appears more vivid and energetic, making it stand out in designs that aim to capture attention.

Histroy, Usage, Psychology and Design Ideas for Color Hex #59574b

Dark Olive Green (#59574b) falls under our gray family.

Historical Facts: Gray is a timeless neutral that has been used to convey balance and subtlety in design.

Usage Tips: Gray is versatile and works well as a background or secondary color, allowing brighter hues to stand out.

Psychological Effects: Gray tends to evoke a sense of neutrality, calm, and balance.

Design Ideas: Combine gray with vivid accent colors or use a monochromatic gray palette for a modern, sophisticated design.

#59574b Color Conversions

  • HEX:
    #59574b
  • RGB:
    89, 87, 75
  • HSL:
    51, 9%, 32%
  • HSV:
    51, 16%, 35%
  • CMYK:
    0%, 2%, 16%, 65%
  • XYZ:
    X: 8.80, Y: 9.45, Z: 8.02
  • CIE L*a*b*:
    L: 36.83, a: -1.55, b: 7.27
  • LCH:
    L*: 36.83, C*: 7.43, h째: 102.05

RGB Color Percentages for #59574b

RGB Color Percentages for Dark Olive Green (HEX Code: #59574b) display the relative contribution of Red, Green, and Blue in forming the color. Understanding these percentages provides insight into the color's visual balance and primary components.

This color is primarily dominated by Red, making up 35.46% of the total composition. The complete breakdown of RGB contributions is:

Red:
35.46%
Green:
34.66%
Blue:
29.88%

This analysis highlights the influence of each primary color, offering a deeper understanding of the visual characteristics of Dark Olive Green.

CMYK Ink Levels & Print Guide for #59574b

CMYK Ink Levels for Dark Olive Green (HEX Code: #59574b) provide a breakdown of the percentages of Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black inks needed for accurate print reproduction. The composition of Dark Olive Green prominently features Key, reflecting its dominant color characteristic. This information is invaluable for optimizing ink usage and achieving precise color results in printed materials.

The exact CMYK values are: Cyan: 0%, Magenta: 2.25%, Yellow: 15.73%, and Black: 65.1%.

Luminance and Contrast Ratio for #59574b

Luminance measures the brightness of a color, while contrast ratio indicates the difference in brightness between two colors. A higher contrast ratio ensures better readability and accessibility, especially for text on colored backgrounds.

Luminance:
Contrast with Black:
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Quick CSS Snippets for #59574b

Quickly apply this color to your designs using these CSS-ready snippets in different formats. Just copy and paste!

HEX:
background-color: #59574b;
RGB:
background-color: rgb(89, 87, 75);
HSL:
background-color: hsl(51, 9%, 32%);

#59574b Monochrome Palette

The Monochrome Palette consists of shades created by adjusting the brightness. These include lighter, original, and darker shades of the color. This layout helps to visualize the color's range and its potential use in design.

#eeeeed
#d6d5d2
#bdbcb7
#a4a39c
#8b8981
#727066
#59574b Original
#4c4a40
#3e3d35
#313029
#24231e
#161613
#090908

#59574b Complementary Palette

The Complementary Palette is made up of two colors that sit opposite each other on the color wheel. These colors create high contrast and vibrant designs, making them perfect for attention-grabbing elements and dynamic visuals.

#59574b Original
#4a4c59

#59574b Analogic Palette

The Analogic Palette consists of colors that are next to each other on the color wheel. These colors typically create harmonious and subtle designs, often used to evoke calmness and unity in your visual projects.

#59574b Original
#54594a
#594f4a
#4c594a
#594a4c
#4a594f
#594a54

#59574b Triadic Palette

The Triadic Palette is made up of three colors evenly spaced on the color wheel. This combination provides a vibrant and balanced color scheme, often used for dynamic and energetic designs while maintaining harmony.

#59574b Original
#4a5957
#574a59

#59574b Quad Palette

The Quad Palette, also known as tetradic, consists of four colors evenly spaced on the color wheel. This combination offers a diverse and bold color scheme, ideal for creating rich, complex designs with multiple accents while still maintaining balance.

#59574b Original
#4a594f
#4a4c59
#594a54

Color Blindness Simulation for #59574b

Colors are perceived differently by individuals with various forms of color blindness. Use the dropdown below to see how this color may look through the eyes of someone with color vision deficiency. Explore how Dark Olive Green (#59574b) might appear to people with different visual experiences, and gain deeper insights into color accessibility for your designs!

Each color box displays a "Friendly" or "Not Friendly" tag in the bottom-right corner. A "Friendly" tag indicates that the color difference is distinguishable to individuals with the specific type of color blindness. Conversely, a "Not Friendly" tag means that the color difference might not be distinguishable, potentially causing accessibility issues in your design.

Normal Vision

Deuteranopia (Green Weakness)

Friendly

Protanopia (Red Weakness)

Friendly

Tritanopia (Blue-Yellow Weakness)

Friendly

Achromatopsia (Total Color Blindness)

Friendly

Color Harmonies for #59574b

Color harmonies refer to the visually pleasing combinations of colors that are derived from specific relationships on the color wheel. These harmonious schemes, such as complementary, triadic, and analogous colors, create a balanced and engaging visual experience in design.

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Tetradic (Quad)

Explore Vibrant Images Featuring Dark Olive Green (#59574b)

Discover a vibrant gallery of images that not only showcase the captivating hue of Dark Olive Green, but also embody its unique mood and personality. Each carefully curated photo is selected to highlight the richness and diversity of this color, offering inspiration for design, art, and creative projects.

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