Classic Olive ICC-88 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #685E3F, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jungle Cover from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #685E3F · ICC-88
Classic Olive
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Classic Olive Technical Profile
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Classic Olive in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Classic Olive in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrClassic Olive
Nearly identical
Vista PaintJungle Cover
Jungle Cover
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
African Queen
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Roam Wild
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Palm Leaf
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Glass .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Russian Olive
PPG
Very similar
Turtle Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Ol' Moss Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cardamom
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Summer's End
Valspar
Very similar
Tea Leaf
Kilz
Very similar
Khaki Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Classic Olive
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Classic Olive
#685E3F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#788357
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Classic Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Classic Olive Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Classic Olive.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Classic Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Classic Olive have?
Classic Olive by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Classic Olive in your own space before committing.
What colors match Classic Olive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Classic Olive are Jungle Cover by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), African Queen by Hirshfield's (a very close match), Roam Wild by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Classic Olive's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Classic Olive?
Classic Olive has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Classic Olive's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.