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Khaki

#8E946B

Khaki is a neutral medium color with the hex code #8E946B. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 142, 148, 107 in digital design or CMYK 4%, 0%, 28%, 42% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Khaki Color Values

HEX
#8E946B
RGB
142, 148, 107
HSL
69°, 16%, 50%
CMYK
4, 0, 28, 42

About this color

Khaki sits at 69° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 16% saturation and 50% lightness, this muted medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, neutral colors like Khaki work well for typography, interface elements, and maintaining balance. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Khaki in print, the CMYK breakdown of 4%, 0%, 28%, 42% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Khaki

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #8E946B;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 142, 148, 107;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#8E946B',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 4%
M: 0%
Y: 28%
K: 42%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(142, 148, 107)
rgba(142, 148, 107, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

5 brand s with colors near 69° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #8E946B?
#8E946B is Khaki, a neutral medium color with RGB values of 142, 148, 107. It has a hue of 69°, 16% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #8E946B?
The RGB color code for #8E946B is rgb(142, 148, 107). This means it contains 142 red, 148 green, and 107 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Khaki a warm or cool color?
Khaki (#8E946B) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #8E946B in CSS?
You can use #8E946B in CSS with: background-color: #8E946B; or color: #8E946B; or as an RGB value: rgb(142, 148, 107). For print design, use CMYK: 4%, 0%, 28%, 42%.