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Khaki

#CECC97

Khaki is a warm light color with the hex code #CECC97. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 206, 204, 151 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 1%, 27%, 19% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Khaki Color Values

HEX
#CECC97
RGB
206, 204, 151
HSL
58°, 36%, 70%
CMYK
0, 1, 27, 19

About this color

Khaki sits at 58° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 36% saturation and 70% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Khaki work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Khaki in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 1%, 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: #CECC97;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 206, 204, 151;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#CECC97',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 1%
Y: 27%
K: 19%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(206, 204, 151)
rgba(206, 204, 151, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 58° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #CECC97?
#CECC97 is Khaki, a warm light color with RGB values of 206, 204, 151. It has a hue of 58°, 36% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #CECC97?
The RGB color code for #CECC97 is rgb(206, 204, 151). This means it contains 206 red, 204 green, and 151 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Khaki a warm or cool color?
Khaki (#CECC97) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #CECC97 in CSS?
You can use #CECC97 in CSS with: background-color: #CECC97; or color: #CECC97; or as an RGB value: rgb(206, 204, 151). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 1%, 27%, 19%.