Khaki

Q: How do I use #8C7B40 in CSS?

You can use #8C7B40 in CSS with: background-color: #8C7B40; or color: #8C7B40; or as an RGB value: rgb(140, 123, 64). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 12%, 54%, 45%.

#8C7B40

Khaki is a warm medium color with the hex code #8C7B40. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 140, 123, 64 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 12%, 54%, 45% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Khaki Color Values

HEX: #8C7B40
RGB: 140, 123, 64
HSL: 47°, 37%, 40%
CMYK: 0, 12, 54, 45

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Khaki sits at 47° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 37% saturation and 40% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Khaki work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Khaki in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 12%, 54%, 45% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Khaki

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #8C7B40;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 140, 123, 64;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#8C7B40',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 12%
Y: 54%
K: 45%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(140, 123, 64)
rgba(140, 123, 64, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 47° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #8C7B40?

#8C7B40 is Khaki, a warm medium color with RGB values of 140, 123, 64. It has a hue of 47°, 37% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #8C7B40?

The RGB color code for #8C7B40 is rgb(140, 123, 64). This means it contains 140 red, 123 green, and 64 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Khaki a warm or cool color?

Khaki (#8C7B40) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #8C7B40 in CSS?

You can use #8C7B40 in CSS with: background-color: #8C7B40; or color: #8C7B40; or as an RGB value: rgb(140, 123, 64). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 12%, 54%, 45%.