Laurel Green

HEX: #A9BA9D | Modern Palette

On White
2.06:1
FAIL
On Black
10.20:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#A9BA9D
RGB
169, 186, 157
HSL
95°, 17% ,67%
CMYK
9, 0, 16, 27

About Laurel Green

Laurel Green (#A9BA9D) is a color with RGB(169, 186, 157) and HSL(95.2°, 17.4%, 67.3%). It is commonly associated with Calm moods. In design, it fits Muted, Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Background, Border. Its complementary color is #AE9DBA, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #9DA9BA and #BA9DA9. The name comes from Laurel Green (English).

  • HEX: #A9BA9D
  • RGB: 169, 186, 157
  • HSL: 95.2°, 17.4%, 67.3%
  • Mood: Calm
  • Style: Muted, Cool
  • Use case: Text, Background, Border
  • Complementary color: #AE9DBA
  • Triadic colors: #9DA9BA, #BA9DA9
  • The name comes from Laurel Green (English).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
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Color Palettes

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.

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 #A9BA9D from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Calm
Style
Muted Cool
Use case
Text Background Border

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #B5B59D
Protanopia #B8B89D
Tritanopia #ADB7B7
Achromatopsia #B5B5B5

Frequently Asked Questions

Laurel Green (#A9BA9D) is a color with RGB(169, 186, 157) and HSL(95.2°, 17.4%, 67.3%).

#A9BA9D pairs strongly with #AE9DBA as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#A9BA9D is suitable for Text, Background, Border and works well with Muted, Cool styles.

#A9BA9D is commonly associated with Calm.

The name Laurel Green is linked to Laurel Green from English, meaning A shade of green reminiscent of the leaves of a laurel tree..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Laurel Green
Meaning A shade of green reminiscent of the leaves of a laurel tree.
Language English
First Recorded Use Late 19th to Early 20th Century (as a named color)

History

The laurel tree (Laurus nobilis) has been symbolic throughout history, representing victory, honor, and peace in ancient Greek and Roman cultures. Its leaves are a distinctive, somewhat muted, and often slightly greyish-green. The color 'Laurel Green' captures this specific hue, distinguishing it from brighter or darker greens. Its popularity as a named color grew as interior design, fashion, and art began to categorize and market specific shades more precisely.

First Recorded Use

While green has always existed, the specific naming 'Laurel Green' as a distinct color shade likely emerged with the standardization of color names in paints, dyes, and fashion. References to 'laurel green' appear in literature and commercial contexts from the late 19th century onwards.

Cultural Associations

The color Laurel Green often evokes a sense of nature, tranquility, and classical elegance due to its association with the laurel tree's symbolism. It's a sophisticated and understated green, making it popular in traditional and contemporary design for its calming and grounding qualities. It can be seen in various applications, from home decor and fashion to automotive paints.

Similar Named Colors
Cambridge Blue #A3C1AD ΔE 5.27
Dark Sea Green #8FBC8F ΔE 7.72
Ash Grey #B2BEB5 ΔE 7.90
Eton Blue #96C8A2 ΔE 8.31

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #A9BA9D;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #A9BA9D;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #A9BA9D;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #A9BA9D,
        #AE9DBA
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #A9BA9D,
        #AE9DBA
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$laurel-green: #A9BA9D;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$laurel-green-r: 169;
$laurel-green-g: 186;
$laurel-green-b: 157;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $laurel-green;
    color: rgba($laurel-green-r, $laurel-green-g, $laurel-green-b, 0.8);
}