Beige

Q: How do I use #F2F2D9 in CSS?

You can use #F2F2D9 in CSS with: background-color: #F2F2D9; or color: #F2F2D9; or as an RGB value: rgb(242, 242, 217). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 0%, 10%, 5%.

#F2F2D9

Beige is a neutral light color with the hex code #F2F2D9. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 242, 242, 217 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 0%, 10%, 5% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Beige color values

HEX: #F2F2D9
RGB: 242, 242, 217
HSL: 60°, 49%, 90%
CMYK: 0, 0, 10, 5

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Beige sits at 60° on the color wheel with 49% saturation and 90% lightness, placing it in the orange-yellow segment of the spectrum. The moderate 49% 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, Beige is rendered as rgb(242, 242, 217), where the red channel dominates at 242, 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, Beige translates to a CMYK breakdown of 0C 0M 10Y 5K. With almost no black ink (5%), this color is built almost entirely from process inks: 10% yellow. This profile tends toward vibrancy in print, though ink density limits on press may affect saturation on coated versus uncoated stock. 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 Beige

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #F2F2D9;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 242, 242, 217;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#F2F2D9',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

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

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(242, 242, 217)
rgba(242, 242, 217, 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 #F2F2D9?

#F2F2D9 is Beige, a neutral light color with RGB values of 242, 242, 217. It has a hue of 60°, 49% saturation, and 90% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #F2F2D9?

The RGB color code for #F2F2D9 is rgb(242, 242, 217). This means it contains 242 red, 242 green, and 217 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Beige a warm or cool color?

Beige (#F2F2D9) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #F2F2D9 in CSS?

You can use #F2F2D9 in CSS with: background-color: #F2F2D9; or color: #F2F2D9; or as an RGB value: rgb(242, 242, 217). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 0%, 10%, 5%.