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Slate

#2C666D

Slate is a cool dark color with the hex code #2C666D. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 44, 102, 109 in digital design or CMYK 60%, 6%, 0%, 57% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Slate Color Values

HEX
#2C666D
RGB
44, 102, 109
HSL
186°, 42%, 30%
CMYK
60, 6, 0, 57

About this color

Slate sits at 186° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 42% saturation and 30% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Slate work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Slate in print, the CMYK breakdown of 60%, 6%, 0%, 57% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Slate

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #2C666D;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 44, 102, 109;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#2C666D',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 60%
M: 6%
Y: 0%
K: 57%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(44, 102, 109)
rgba(44, 102, 109, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

9 brand s with colors near 186° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #2C666D?
#2C666D is Slate, a cool dark color with RGB values of 44, 102, 109. It has a hue of 186°, 42% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #2C666D?
The RGB color code for #2C666D is rgb(44, 102, 109). This means it contains 44 red, 102 green, and 109 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Slate a warm or cool color?
Slate (#2C666D) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #2C666D in CSS?
You can use #2C666D in CSS with: background-color: #2C666D; or color: #2C666D; or as an RGB value: rgb(44, 102, 109). For print design, use CMYK: 60%, 6%, 0%, 57%.