Bottle Green
HEX: #006A4E | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#006A4E
0, 106, 78
164°, 100% ,41%
100, 0, 26.42, 58.43
About Bottle Green
Bottle Green (#006A4E) is a color with RGB(0, 106, 78) and HSL(164.15°, 100%, 41.57%). 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 #6A001C, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #4E006A and #6A4E00. The name comes from Bottle Green (English).
- HEX: #006A4E
- RGB: 0, 106, 78
- HSL: 164.15°, 100%, 41.57%
- Mood: Bold
- Style: Vivid, Cool
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #6A001C
- Triadic colors: #4E006A, #6A4E00
- The name comes from Bottle 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 #006A4E from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The color 'bottle green' is directly named after the characteristic dark green hue of glass bottles, particularly those used for alcoholic beverages like wine and beer. This specific shade of green was a common and practical result of the glass-making process, often due to impurities in the sand (like iron oxides) or intentional additives to strengthen the glass or protect contents from light. As a named color, it gained popularity in fashion, textiles, and interior design, especially during the Victorian era, where dark, rich colors were favored. It has remained a classic and widely recognized color ever since.
First Recorded Use
The term 'bottle green' began to appear in written records in the late 18th century, though the color itself existed long before. Its use became more common in the 19th century as color standardization and naming became more prevalent.
Cultural Associations
Bottle green is often associated with tradition, nature, and sophistication. In fashion, it's considered a classic and versatile color, often used in uniforms (e.g., school uniforms, military accents), formal wear, and outdoor apparel. It evokes a sense of depth and richness. Culturally, it can be linked to the Irish landscape (though not as directly as 'Emerald Green'), and its use in branding often conveys reliability and heritage. It's also a common color in Christmas decorations, often paired with reds and golds.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #006A4E;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #006A4E;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #006A4E;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#006A4E,
#D40038
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#006A4E,
#D40038
);
}// SCSS variable
$bottle-green: #006A4E;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$bottle-green-r: 0;
$bottle-green-g: 106;
$bottle-green-b: 78;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $bottle-green;
color: rgba($bottle-green-r, $bottle-green-g, $bottle-green-b, 0.8);
}