Crete

Q: How do I use #787821 in CSS?

You can use #787821 in CSS with: background-color: #787821; or color: #787821; or as an RGB value: rgb(120, 120, 33). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 0%, 73%, 53%.

#787821

Crete is a neutral dark color with the hex code #787821. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 120, 120, 33 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 0%, 73%, 53% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Crete color values

HEX: #787821
RGB: 120, 120, 33
HSL: 60°, 57%, 30%
CMYK: 0, 0, 73, 53

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Crete sits at 60° on the color wheel with 57% saturation and 30% lightness, placing it in the orange-yellow segment of the spectrum. The moderate 57% saturation gives it enough color presence to register clearly without competing for dominance in a composition. The lower lightness gives it weight and depth, lending gravity to any palette it enters.

In digital environments, Crete is rendered as rgb(120, 120, 33), where the red channel dominates at 120, though the other channels keep the hue balanced. This cool mid-tone is a reliable choice for UI chrome, informational states, and contexts that call for a calm, readable presence.

For print, Crete translates to a CMYK breakdown of 0C 0M 73Y 53K. A substantial black component (53%) anchors this color in print. The remaining ink channels supplement rather than drive the hue, which keeps the result stable across different paper stocks. No brands in the brandkit.pro library currently specify this exact hex as a named brand color.

Color harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Crete

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #787821;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 120, 120, 33;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#787821',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 0%
Y: 73%
K: 53%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(120, 120, 33)
rgba(120, 120, 33, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands using similar hue

24 brand s with colors near 60° on the color wheel

Frequently asked questions

What color is #787821?

#787821 is Crete, a neutral dark color with RGB values of 120, 120, 33. It has a hue of 60°, 57% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #787821?

The RGB color code for #787821 is rgb(120, 120, 33). This means it contains 120 red, 120 green, and 33 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Crete a warm or cool color?

Crete (#787821) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #787821 in CSS?

You can use #787821 in CSS with: background-color: #787821; or color: #787821; or as an RGB value: rgb(120, 120, 33). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 0%, 73%, 53%.