MSU Green
HEX: #18453B | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#18453B
24, 69, 59
166°, 65% ,27%
65.22, 0, 14.49, 72.94
About MSU Green
MSU Green (#18453B) is a color with RGB(24, 69, 59) and HSL(166.67°, 65.22%, 27.06%). It is commonly associated with Luxury moods. In design, it fits Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #451822, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #3B1845 and #453B18. The name comes from MSU Green (English).
- HEX: #18453B
- RGB: 24, 69, 59
- HSL: 166.67°, 65.22%, 27.06%
- Mood: Luxury
- Style: Cool
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #451822
- Triadic colors: #3B1845, #453B18
- The name comes from MSU 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 #18453B from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
Michigan State University (MSU) adopted green and white as its official colors. The choice of green is often attributed to the university's agricultural roots and its sprawling campus, which was once known as Michigan Agricultural College. The specific shade, 'MSU Green' (often represented by hex #18453b), has been consistently used across all university branding, athletics, and merchandise for many decades. It is a deep, rich green that evokes nature and growth.
First Recorded Use
While the university was founded in 1855, the specific 'MSU Green' as a codified color likely emerged in the early 1900s as universities began to standardize their branding and athletic colors. The earliest official mention of 'green' as a university color dates back to 1899, but the precise shade would have been formalized later.
Cultural Associations
MSU Green is a deeply ingrained part of the identity for Michigan State University students, alumni, and fans. It is prominently featured in athletic uniforms, university logos, graduation regalia, and campus signage. Wearing MSU Green is a common way to show support for the university, especially during sporting events. The color is synonymous with the 'Spartans' nickname and the university's traditions.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #18453B;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #18453B;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #18453B;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#18453B,
#72182C
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#18453B,
#72182C
);
}// SCSS variable
$msu-green: #18453B;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$msu-green-r: 24;
$msu-green-g: 69;
$msu-green-b: 59;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $msu-green;
color: rgba($msu-green-r, $msu-green-g, $msu-green-b, 0.8);
}