Slate

Q: How do I use #305C69 in CSS?

You can use #305C69 in CSS with: background-color: #305C69; or color: #305C69; or as an RGB value: rgb(48, 92, 105). For print design, use CMYK: 54%, 12%, 0%, 59%.

#305C69

Slate is a cool dark color with the hex code #305C69. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 48, 92, 105 in digital design or CMYK 54%, 12%, 0%, 59% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Slate Color Values

HEX: #305C69
RGB: 48, 92, 105
HSL: 194°, 37%, 30%
CMYK: 54, 12, 0, 59

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Slate sits at 194° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 37% 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 54%, 12%, 0%, 59% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Slate

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #305C69;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 48, 92, 105;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#305C69',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 54%
M: 12%
Y: 0%
K: 59%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(48, 92, 105)
rgba(48, 92, 105, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

15 brand s with colors near 194° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #305C69?

#305C69 is Slate, a cool dark color with RGB values of 48, 92, 105. It has a hue of 194°, 37% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #305C69?

The RGB color code for #305C69 is rgb(48, 92, 105). This means it contains 48 red, 92 green, and 105 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Slate a warm or cool color?

Slate (#305C69) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #305C69 in CSS?

You can use #305C69 in CSS with: background-color: #305C69; or color: #305C69; or as an RGB value: rgb(48, 92, 105). For print design, use CMYK: 54%, 12%, 0%, 59%.