All you need to know about Khaki.

Find out what the color means and how you can pair it with other colors to achieve beautiful results.

Khaki Color Guide: Embrace the Natural and Versatile Hue

Khaki (#F0E68C), inspired by the US military outfits of 1848, quickly became a staple in fashion due to its natural and robust tones. Its versatility makes it an enduring favorite in various design contexts.

Khaki: Color Symbolism and Psychology

Khaki (#F0E68C) symbolizes trust, well-being, and assurance, making it a harmonious addition to any design scheme. This earthy hue offers both subtlety and style, allowing it to blend effortlessly into diverse color palettes.

Ideal Color Combinations with Khaki (#F0E68C)

Integrate khaki into your palette by pairing it with:

Classic white (#FFFFFF) for a clean, timeless contrast

Rich greens like Forest Green (#228B22) for a natural, earthy combination

Soothing blues such as Navy Blue (#000080) for a calming and balanced look

Khaki also pairs seamlessly with a range of neutrals, including:

Soft puce (#CC8899) for a warm complementary tone

Versatile tan (#D2B48C) to achieve a harmonious blend

Subtle sand dollar (#C2B280) to enhance its understated elegance

Khaki Color Specifications

Hex Code: #F0E68C - Utilize this natural shade for accurate color matching in your design projects, ensuring versatility and robust visual appeal.

Color conversion

HEX
#F0E68C

RGB DECIMAL
240, 230, 140

RGB PERCENTAGE
0.9, 0.9, 0.5

HSL
54.0, 0.8, 0.7, 1.0

HSV
54.0, 0.4, 0.9

CMYK
0.0, 0.0, 0.4, 0.1

LAB
90.3, -9.0, 45.0

NUMBER
15787660

LUMINANCE
0.77

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