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Khaki

#C8CC99

Khaki is a neutral light color with the hex code #C8CC99. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 200, 204, 153 in digital design or CMYK 2%, 0%, 25%, 20% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Khaki Color Values

HEX
#C8CC99
RGB
200, 204, 153
HSL
65°, 33%, 70%
CMYK
2, 0, 25, 20

About this color

Khaki sits at 65° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 33% 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 2%, 0%, 25%, 20% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Khaki

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #C8CC99;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 200, 204, 153;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#C8CC99',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 2%
M: 0%
Y: 25%
K: 20%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(200, 204, 153)
rgba(200, 204, 153, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

6 brand s with colors near 65° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #C8CC99?
#C8CC99 is Khaki, a neutral light color with RGB values of 200, 204, 153. It has a hue of 65°, 33% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #C8CC99?
The RGB color code for #C8CC99 is rgb(200, 204, 153). This means it contains 200 red, 204 green, and 153 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Khaki a warm or cool color?
Khaki (#C8CC99) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #C8CC99 in CSS?
You can use #C8CC99 in CSS with: background-color: #C8CC99; or color: #C8CC99; or as an RGB value: rgb(200, 204, 153). For print design, use CMYK: 2%, 0%, 25%, 20%.