Yellow Olive (#47402e) Color Meaning, Codes and Information

A complete guide to Yellow Olive (#47402e) covering color values, harmonies, shades, meaning, and practical uses across design, branding, and everyday visuals.

Yellow Olive (#47402e) Color Information

Yellow Olive (#47402e) RGB value is (71, 64, 46). The hex color red value is 71, green is 64, and blue is 46. Its HSL format shows a hue of 43°, saturation of 21%, and lightness of 23%, while the CMYK process values are 0%, 10%, 35%, and 72%.

Colors that pair well with Yellow Olive (#47402e) include Old Burgundy (#43302E), Olive Green (#424632), and Black Green (#343E40), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Moss Green (#2F4538), Eggplant (#483248), and Granite Grey (#2F353B) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.

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Yellow Olive (#47402e) Color Meaning

Yellow Olive (#47402E) is a deep, muted yellow-green reminiscent of aged olive leaves or military tones. Its earthiness conveys resilience, grounding, and subtle strength. Yellow Olive (#47402E) has been used historically in textiles, camouflage, and design for naturalistic, subdued visual impact. The color represents stability, endurance, and organic connection. Yellow Olive (#47402E) functions as a supporting tone in design, complementing warmer or neutral shades while maintaining visual cohesion. Its muted green undertones make it ideal for earthy and natural palettes. Pigments for Yellow Olive (#47402E) are derived from mixed yellow ochres and green mineral compounds, either natural or synthetic. Across cultures, olive shades symbolize peace, endurance, and nature. Yellow Olive (#47402E) merges historical practicality with muted sophistication.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Yellow Olive (#47402e) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX
#47402e
RGB
rgb(71, 64, 46)
HSL
hsl(43°, 21%, 23%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 10%, 35%, 72%)
HSV
hsv(43°, 35%, 28%)
XYZ
4.9251 5.2036 3.3296
Yxy
5.2036 0.3660 0.3866
Hunter Lab
22.8114 -0.0044 0.1571
CIE-Lab
27.3072 -0.2625 12.1254

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Yellow Olive (#47402e) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red71 / 255 (28%)
28%
Green64 / 255 (25%)
25%
Blue46 / 255 (18%)
18%

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta10 / 100 (10%)
Yellow35 / 100 (35%)
35%
Key (Black)72 / 100 (72%)
72%

Color Variations

A full range of Yellow Olive (#47402e) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Yellow Olive (#47402e) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split Complementary

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker (WCAG)

Luminance contrast ratios for Yellow Olive (#47402e) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

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#47402e

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

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Normal Text

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UI Components

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WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Yellow Olive (#47402e) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.

Normal Vision

Yellow Olive (#47402e)

protanopia

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Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #47402e;

Text Color

color: #47402e;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #47402e;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #47402e40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #47402e;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #47402e 0%, #2e291e 100%);

Seamless Patterns

High-resolution seamless patterns featuring Yellow Olive (#47402e) provide ready-to-use backgrounds, wallpapers, and print designs for any project.

Diagonal Stripes
Polka Dots
Chevron
Diamond Grid
Hexagon
Waves
Crosshatch
Zigzag
Brick Wall
Triangles
Circles Grid
Herringbone

Icons

A collection of popular icons in Yellow Olive (#47402e) offers ready-to-use visuals for interfaces, designs, and creative projects.

Real-World Applications

Real-world mockups of Yellow Olive (#47402e) showcase its versatility across fashion, interiors, branding, and product packaging.

Fashion
Colored T-Shirt
Fashion
Baseball Cap
Interior
Living Room
Exterior
Office Complex
BRAND
Brands
Aluminum Can
Vehicle
Glossy Sportscar
Brands
Shopping Bag
Interior
Matte Wall
Brands
Flagship Phone

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Yellow Olive (#47402e) Color FAQs

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