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Beige

#F2EFD9

Beige is a warm light color with the hex code #F2EFD9. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 242, 239, 217 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 1%, 10%, 5% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Beige Color Values

HEX
#F2EFD9
RGB
242, 239, 217
HSL
53°, 49%, 90%
CMYK
0, 1, 10, 5

About this color

Beige sits at 53° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 49% saturation and 90% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Beige 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 Beige in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 1%, 10%, 5% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Beige

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #F2EFD9;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 242, 239, 217;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#F2EFD9',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 1%
Y: 10%
K: 5%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(242, 239, 217)
rgba(242, 239, 217, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

7 brand s with colors near 53° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #F2EFD9?
#F2EFD9 is Beige, a warm light color with RGB values of 242, 239, 217. It has a hue of 53°, 49% saturation, and 90% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #F2EFD9?
The RGB color code for #F2EFD9 is rgb(242, 239, 217). This means it contains 242 red, 239 green, and 217 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Beige a warm or cool color?
Beige (#F2EFD9) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #F2EFD9 in CSS?
You can use #F2EFD9 in CSS with: background-color: #F2EFD9; or color: #F2EFD9; or as an RGB value: rgb(242, 239, 217). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 1%, 10%, 5%.