Overview
- Wake Forest’s official primary colors are Old Gold and Black; Athletics Gold is an officially published secondary brand color in the broader Wake Forest palette.
- This guide includes officially published HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone values, while any unavailable specification is clearly labeled as not officially published.
- These color references are useful for websites, digital graphics, presentations, print planning, fan content and brand-reference projects.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Team Information
| Team Name | Wake Forest Demon Deacons |
|---|---|
| League | Other — NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) |
| Division | Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) |
| Location | Winston-Salem, North Carolina |
| Home Stadium / Arena | Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium |
| Official Website | Visit Wake Forest Demon Deacons |
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Color Codes
The official Wake Forest Demon Deacons colors are commonly used across team branding, uniforms, digital graphics, fan designs, presentations and web projects. Wake Forest University’s official brand guide identifies Old Gold and Black as the primary University colors and lists Athletics Gold as a secondary color. The table below uses the officially published color values rather than third-party conversions.
| Color Name | Pantone | HEX | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Gold | PMS 871 | #9E7E38 | 158, 126, 56 | 35, 45, 92, 12 |
| Black | Not officially published | #000000 | 0, 0, 0 | 0, 0, 0, 100 |
| Athletics Gold (Secondary) | PMS 7502 C | #CEB888 | 206, 184, 136 | 6, 14, 39, 8 |
How to Use Wake Forest Demon Deacons Colors
You can use the Wake Forest Demon Deacons color codes for digital design, website elements, social media graphics, printable materials, fan artwork, presentations and sports-related content. HEX codes are typically best for websites, RGB values are useful for screens and digital design, while CMYK values are mainly used for print projects. Use Old Gold and Black when a design needs the primary Wake Forest identity. Athletics Gold can support the palette as a secondary tone, but it should not be presented as a replacement for the primary Old Gold unless an approved athletics application specifically calls for it.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons HEX Color Codes
The primary Wake Forest Demon Deacons HEX color codes are #9E7E38 for Old Gold and #000000 for Black. The official secondary Athletics Gold HEX code is #CEB888. These values are suitable for web design, HTML, CSS, digital graphics and online branding references. For accessible body text on a white background, the University separately publishes darker web-text alternatives, but those accessibility colors are not replacements for the main brand swatches listed above.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons RGB Color Codes
The Wake Forest Demon Deacons RGB color codes are 158, 126, 56 for Old Gold; 0, 0, 0 for Black; and 206, 184, 136 for the secondary Athletics Gold. RGB values are useful for screen-based designs, including social media posts, digital banners, video graphics and presentation slides. RGB defines how red, green and blue light combine to display each color on digital screens.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons CMYK Color Codes
The Wake Forest Demon Deacons CMYK color codes are 35, 45, 92, 12 for Old Gold; 0, 0, 0, 100 for Black; and 6, 14, 39, 8 for the secondary Athletics Gold. These officially published CMYK formulas are most useful for printed materials such as flyers, posters, brochures and merchandise mockups. Because print output can vary by printer, paper, coating and ink profile, always request a physical proof before final production.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons Pantone Colors
The official Wake Forest brand guide publishes PMS 871 for Old Gold and PMS 7502 C for the secondary Athletics Gold. A Pantone value for Black is not officially published in the cited guide, so it is labeled accordingly instead of being inferred. Pantone references are useful when designers need consistent color matching across professional print, signage, uniforms and branding materials.
FAQ About Wake Forest Demon Deacons Color Codes
What are the official Wake Forest Demon Deacons colors?
The official primary Wake Forest colors are Old Gold and Black. Wake Forest also publishes Athletics Gold as an official secondary brand color. This distinction matters because Old Gold (#9E7E38) and Athletics Gold (#CEB888) are different approved swatches and should not be treated as interchangeable.
What is the HEX code for Wake Forest Demon Deacons colors?
The primary Wake Forest Demon Deacons HEX codes are #9E7E38 for Old Gold and #000000 for Black. The official secondary Athletics Gold HEX code is #CEB888. HEX codes are ideal for websites, HTML, CSS and digital design projects.
Can I use Wake Forest Demon Deacons colors for my own design project?
You can use Wake Forest Demon Deacons color codes as references for personal design work, fan content and non-commercial projects. For commercial use, merchandise, sponsorship materials or anything that may imply official affiliation, review Wake Forest’s current trademark, licensing and brand-usage requirements before publishing or selling the design.
