Khaki

Q: How do I use #9E8F61 in CSS?

You can use #9E8F61 in CSS with: background-color: #9E8F61; or color: #9E8F61; or as an RGB value: rgb(158, 143, 97). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 9%, 39%, 38%.

#9E8F61

Khaki is a warm medium color with the hex code #9E8F61. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 158, 143, 97 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 9%, 39%, 38% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Khaki Color Values

HEX: #9E8F61
RGB: 158, 143, 97
HSL: 45°, 24%, 50%
CMYK: 0, 9, 39, 38

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Khaki sits at 45° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 24% saturation and 50% lightness, this muted 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%, 9%, 39%, 38% 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: #9E8F61;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 158, 143, 97;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#9E8F61',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 9%
Y: 39%
K: 38%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(158, 143, 97)
rgba(158, 143, 97, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 45° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #9E8F61?

#9E8F61 is Khaki, a warm medium color with RGB values of 158, 143, 97. It has a hue of 45°, 24% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #9E8F61?

The RGB color code for #9E8F61 is rgb(158, 143, 97). This means it contains 158 red, 143 green, and 97 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Khaki a warm or cool color?

Khaki (#9E8F61) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #9E8F61 in CSS?

You can use #9E8F61 in CSS with: background-color: #9E8F61; or color: #9E8F61; or as an RGB value: rgb(158, 143, 97). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 9%, 39%, 38%.