Ref. #8C8D3E · C-794
Martina Olive
25%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Martina Olive Technical Profile
What color is Martina Olive? It's a deep cool yellow with the hex code #8C8D3E. Colors similar to Martina Olive include Dunn-Edwards Vegetable Garden, Hirshfield's Martina Olive, Benjamin Moore Oregano. Martina Olive has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 25 gives Martina Olive depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Martina Olive reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Martina Olive
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Martina Olive
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Martina Olive
#8C8D3E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E9D61
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Martina Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Martina 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Martina 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.
Martina Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Martina Olive have?
Martina Olive by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Martina Olive from other brands?
The closest matches are Vegetable Garden by Dunn-Edwards (#8B8C40), Martina Olive by Hirshfield's (#8E8E41), Oregano by Benjamin Moore (#8D8940). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Martina Olive?
Martina Olive has an LRV of 25.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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