Dartmouth Green
HEX: #00693E | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#00693E
0, 105, 62
155°, 100% ,41%
100, 0, 40.95, 58.82
About Dartmouth Green
Dartmouth Green (#00693E) is a color with RGB(0, 105, 62) and HSL(155.43°, 100%, 41.18%). It is commonly associated with Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #69002B, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #3E0069 and #693E00. The name comes from Dartmouth Green (English).
- HEX: #00693E
- RGB: 0, 105, 62
- HSL: 155.43°, 100%, 41.18%
- Mood: Bold
- Style: Vivid, Cool
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #69002B
- Triadic colors: #3E0069, #693E00
- The name comes from Dartmouth 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 #00693E from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
Dartmouth College, founded in 1769, did not initially have a formally designated color. However, green became increasingly associated with the college in the late 19th century, particularly through athletic teams and student publications. The choice of green is often attributed to the natural landscape surrounding the college in Hanover, New Hampshire, and its historical connection to nature and growth. Over time, a specific shade of green became informally, then formally, recognized as 'Dartmouth Green.' The hex code #00693e is the official digital representation of this color used by the college today for branding and identity.
First Recorded Use
While the exact first use as a formally named color is hard to pinpoint, the association of green with Dartmouth College dates back to the late 19th century. The specific hex code #00693e is a modern digital representation.
Cultural Associations
Dartmouth Green is a strong symbol of Dartmouth College, representing its traditions, academic excellence, and connection to nature. It is prominently featured in the college's logo, athletic uniforms, merchandise, and campus signage. For alumni and students, it evokes a sense of pride and belonging. It is also recognized within the Ivy League as one of the distinctive colors of its member institutions.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #00693E;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #00693E;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #00693E;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#00693E,
#D20056
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#00693E,
#D20056
);
}// SCSS variable
$dartmouth-green: #00693E;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$dartmouth-green-r: 0;
$dartmouth-green-g: 105;
$dartmouth-green-b: 62;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $dartmouth-green;
color: rgba($dartmouth-green-r, $dartmouth-green-g, $dartmouth-green-b, 0.8);
}