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Khaki

#BCBD75

Khaki is a neutral light color with the hex code #BCBD75. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 188, 189, 117 in digital design or CMYK 1%, 0%, 38%, 26% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Khaki Color Values

HEX
#BCBD75
RGB
188, 189, 117
HSL
61°, 35%, 60%
CMYK
1, 0, 38, 26

About this color

Khaki sits at 61° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 35% saturation and 60% 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 1%, 0%, 38%, 26% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Khaki

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #BCBD75;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 188, 189, 117;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#BCBD75',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 1%
M: 0%
Y: 38%
K: 26%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(188, 189, 117)
rgba(188, 189, 117, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 61° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #BCBD75?
#BCBD75 is Khaki, a neutral light color with RGB values of 188, 189, 117. It has a hue of 61°, 35% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #BCBD75?
The RGB color code for #BCBD75 is rgb(188, 189, 117). This means it contains 188 red, 189 green, and 117 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Khaki a warm or cool color?
Khaki (#BCBD75) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #BCBD75 in CSS?
You can use #BCBD75 in CSS with: background-color: #BCBD75; or color: #BCBD75; or as an RGB value: rgb(188, 189, 117). For print design, use CMYK: 1%, 0%, 38%, 26%.