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Pastel Caramel

#E9CBAF

Pastel Caramel is a warm light color with the hex code #E9CBAF. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 233, 203, 175 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 13%, 25%, 9% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Pastel Caramel Color Values

HEX
#E9CBAF
RGB
233, 203, 175
HSL
29°, 57%, 80%
CMYK
0, 13, 25, 9

About this color

Pastel Caramel sits at 29° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 57% saturation and 80% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Pastel Caramel 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 Pastel Caramel in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 13%, 25%, 9% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Pastel Caramel

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #E9CBAF;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 233, 203, 175;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#E9CBAF',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 13%
Y: 25%
K: 9%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(233, 203, 175)
rgba(233, 203, 175, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

11 brand s with colors near 29° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #E9CBAF?
#E9CBAF is Pastel Caramel, a warm light color with RGB values of 233, 203, 175. It has a hue of 29°, 57% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #E9CBAF?
The RGB color code for #E9CBAF is rgb(233, 203, 175). This means it contains 233 red, 203 green, and 175 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Pastel Caramel a warm or cool color?
Pastel Caramel (#E9CBAF) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #E9CBAF in CSS?
You can use #E9CBAF in CSS with: background-color: #E9CBAF; or color: #E9CBAF; or as an RGB value: rgb(233, 203, 175). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 13%, 25%, 9%.