North Texas Green
HEX: #059033 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#059033
5, 144, 51
139°, 96% ,56%
96.53, 0, 64.58, 43.53
About North Texas Green
North Texas Green (#059033) is a color with RGB(5, 144, 51) and HSL(139.86°, 96.53%, 56.47%). It is commonly associated with Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Neon styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #900562, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #330590 and #903305. The name comes from North Texas Green (English).
- HEX: #059033
- RGB: 5, 144, 51
- HSL: 139.86°, 96.53%, 56.47%
- Mood: Bold
- Style: Vivid, Neon
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #900562
- Triadic colors: #330590, #903305
- The name comes from North Texas Green (English).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #059033 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The color 'North Texas Green' (hex #059033) is most famously and widely recognized as the primary color for the University of North Texas (UNT) athletics and branding. UNT officially adopted this specific shade of green as part of its brand identity. Before this specific hex code became standardized, UNT's colors were generally 'green and white,' but the exact shade of green could vary. The standardization of 'North Texas Green' with a specific hex code reflects a modern approach to brand consistency across digital and print media. Its adoption by UNT has led to its broader association with the North Texas region, especially in contexts related to education, sports, and local pride.
First Recorded Use
While the concept of 'green' is ancient, the specific naming and popularization of 'North Texas Green' as a distinct color, particularly with the hex code #059033, likely emerged in the late 20th or early 21st century. It's often associated with branding for local sports teams, universities, or regional identity initiatives.
Cultural Associations
This color holds significant cultural weight in the North Texas region, primarily due to its strong association with the University of North Texas. It evokes feelings of local pride, academic achievement, and athletic spirit for alumni, students, and residents. It's commonly seen on apparel, merchandise, university buildings, and sports venues. Beyond UNT, other local businesses or organizations might use similar shades to subtly align themselves with the regional identity fostered by the university.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #059033;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #059033;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #059033;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#059033,
#FB25B4
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#059033,
#FB25B4
);
}// SCSS variable
$north-texas-green: #059033;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$north-texas-green-r: 5;
$north-texas-green-g: 144;
$north-texas-green-b: 51;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $north-texas-green;
color: rgba($north-texas-green-r, $north-texas-green-g, $north-texas-green-b, 0.8);
}