Caper

Q: How do I use #CCE9AF in CSS?

You can use #CCE9AF in CSS with: background-color: #CCE9AF; or color: #CCE9AF; or as an RGB value: rgb(204, 233, 175). For print design, use CMYK: 12%, 0%, 25%, 9%.

#CCE9AF

Caper is a neutral light color with the hex code #CCE9AF. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 204, 233, 175 in digital design or CMYK 12%, 0%, 25%, 9% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Caper color values

HEX: #CCE9AF
RGB: 204, 233, 175
HSL: 90°, 57%, 80%
CMYK: 12, 0, 25, 9

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Caper sits at 90° on the color wheel with 57% saturation and 80% lightness, placing it in the green segment of the spectrum. The moderate 57% saturation gives it enough color presence to register clearly without competing for dominance in a composition. The elevated lightness keeps it airy and open, well-suited to large surface areas without visual weight.

In digital environments, Caper is rendered as rgb(204, 233, 175), where the green channel leads at 233, pulling the color toward the green-yellow axis. This cool mid-tone is a reliable choice for UI chrome, informational states, and contexts that call for a calm, readable presence.

For print, Caper translates to a CMYK breakdown of 12C 0M 25Y 9K. The low-to-moderate black value (9%) means the color's character in print comes primarily from its yellow ink content (25%), with black serving as a supporting shadow tone. No brands in the brandkit.pro library currently specify this exact hex as a named brand color.

Color harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Caper

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #CCE9AF;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 204, 233, 175;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#CCE9AF',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 12%
M: 0%
Y: 25%
K: 9%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(204, 233, 175)
rgba(204, 233, 175, 0.8)

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

Brands using similar hue

8 brand s with colors near 90° on the color wheel

Frequently asked questions

What color is #CCE9AF?

#CCE9AF is Caper, a neutral light color with RGB values of 204, 233, 175. It has a hue of 90°, 57% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #CCE9AF?

The RGB color code for #CCE9AF is rgb(204, 233, 175). This means it contains 204 red, 233 green, and 175 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Caper a warm or cool color?

Caper (#CCE9AF) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #CCE9AF in CSS?

You can use #CCE9AF in CSS with: background-color: #CCE9AF; or color: #CCE9AF; or as an RGB value: rgb(204, 233, 175). For print design, use CMYK: 12%, 0%, 25%, 9%.