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Khaki

#B5CE97

Khaki is a neutral light color with the hex code #B5CE97. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 181, 206, 151 in digital design or CMYK 12%, 0%, 27%, 19% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Khaki Color Values

HEX
#B5CE97
RGB
181, 206, 151
HSL
87°, 36%, 70%
CMYK
12, 0, 27, 19

About this color

Khaki sits at 87° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 36% saturation and 70% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, neutral colors like Khaki work well for typography, interface elements, and maintaining balance. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Khaki in print, the CMYK breakdown of 12%, 0%, 27%, 19% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Khaki

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #B5CE97;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 181, 206, 151;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#B5CE97',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 12%
M: 0%
Y: 27%
K: 19%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(181, 206, 151)
rgba(181, 206, 151, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

5 brand s with colors near 87° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #B5CE97?
#B5CE97 is Khaki, a neutral light color with RGB values of 181, 206, 151. It has a hue of 87°, 36% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #B5CE97?
The RGB color code for #B5CE97 is rgb(181, 206, 151). This means it contains 181 red, 206 green, and 151 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Khaki a warm or cool color?
Khaki (#B5CE97) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #B5CE97 in CSS?
You can use #B5CE97 in CSS with: background-color: #B5CE97; or color: #B5CE97; or as an RGB value: rgb(181, 206, 151). For print design, use CMYK: 12%, 0%, 27%, 19%.