Khaki

Q: How do I use #DEDE87 in CSS?

You can use #DEDE87 in CSS with: background-color: #DEDE87; or color: #DEDE87; or as an RGB value: rgb(222, 222, 135). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 0%, 39%, 13%.

#DEDE87

Khaki is a neutral light color with the hex code #DEDE87. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 222, 222, 135 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 0%, 39%, 13% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Khaki color values

HEX: #DEDE87
RGB: 222, 222, 135
HSL: 60°, 57%, 70%
CMYK: 0, 0, 39, 13

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Khaki sits at 60° on the color wheel with 57% saturation and 70% lightness, placing it in the orange-yellow segment of the spectrum. The moderate 57% saturation gives it enough color presence to register clearly without competing for dominance in a composition. At medium-high lightness, it holds its own on white backgrounds while remaining approachable.

In digital environments, Khaki is rendered as rgb(222, 222, 135), where the red channel dominates at 222, though the other channels keep the hue balanced. This cool mid-tone is a reliable choice for UI chrome, informational states, and contexts that call for a calm, readable presence.

For print, Khaki translates to a CMYK breakdown of 0C 0M 39Y 13K. The low-to-moderate black value (13%) means the color's character in print comes primarily from its yellow ink content (39%), 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 Khaki

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #DEDE87;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 222, 222, 135;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#DEDE87',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 0%
Y: 39%
K: 13%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(222, 222, 135)
rgba(222, 222, 135, 0.8)

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

Brands using similar hue

24 brand s with colors near 60° on the color wheel

Frequently asked questions

What color is #DEDE87?

#DEDE87 is Khaki, a neutral light color with RGB values of 222, 222, 135. It has a hue of 60°, 57% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #DEDE87?

The RGB color code for #DEDE87 is rgb(222, 222, 135). This means it contains 222 red, 222 green, and 135 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Khaki a warm or cool color?

Khaki (#DEDE87) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #DEDE87 in CSS?

You can use #DEDE87 in CSS with: background-color: #DEDE87; or color: #DEDE87; or as an RGB value: rgb(222, 222, 135). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 0%, 39%, 13%.