Rio 2016 Olympics Logo

A fluid, ribbon-like triangular loop formed by three connected strokes that transition through green, yellow/orange and blue. The shape reads as three abstract, stylised human figures or swirls holding hands—creating a continuous, flowing f...

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Multicolour ribbon-like three-figure emblem (green-yellow-blue) above 'Rio2016' wordmark and Olympic rings.
Rio 2016 Olympics logo

About Rio 2016 Olympics

A fluid, ribbon-like triangular loop formed by three connected strokes that transition through green, yellow/orange and blue. The shape reads as three abstract, stylised human figures or swirls holding hands—creating a continuous, flowing form with smooth gradients and rounded edges.

Below the emblem is a handwritten-style wordmark reading "Rio2016" in a dark blue, and beneath that are the five interlocked Olympic rings in their standard colours (blue, yellow, black, green, red). The overall look is dynamic, organic and multicoloured with prominent gradients.

What's in it: abstract human figures ribbon Olympic rings

Shapes: ribbon-like loop interlocked rings wordmark triangular/three-part form

Style: gradient organic dynamic playful modern

Text in logo: Rio2016

The three-part flowing form visually suggests people joining hands or dancing in motion, evoking unity, movement and celebration (visually evident).

Colors

Extracted from the image. How we pick the colors →

Green (emblem)
#00A651 · primary
Yellow / Orange (emblem)
#FFC20A · primary
Cyan / Blue (emblem)
#0097D6 · primary
Dark Blue (wordmark & ring)
#0A4C8A · secondary

Rio 2016 Olympics Logo History

Official emblem of the Rio 2016 Summer Olympic Games, the international Olympic event held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 2016.

Frequently asked

What event does this logo represent?

The 2016 Summer Olympic Games held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Are the Olympic rings part of this logo?

Yes — the five standard Olympic rings appear below the 'Rio2016' wordmark.

What colours are dominant in the emblem?

Green, yellow/orange and blue gradients are dominant, with a dark blue wordmark.

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