Slate

Q: How do I use #477085 in CSS?

You can use #477085 in CSS with: background-color: #477085; or color: #477085; or as an RGB value: rgb(71, 112, 133). For print design, use CMYK: 47%, 16%, 0%, 48%.

#477085

Slate is a cool medium color with the hex code #477085. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 71, 112, 133 in digital design or CMYK 47%, 16%, 0%, 48% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Slate Color Values

HEX: #477085
RGB: 71, 112, 133
HSL: 200°, 30%, 40%
CMYK: 47, 16, 0, 48

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Slate sits at 200° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 30% saturation and 40% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Slate work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Slate in print, the CMYK breakdown of 47%, 16%, 0%, 48% 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: #477085;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 71, 112, 133;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#477085',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 47%
M: 16%
Y: 0%
K: 48%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(71, 112, 133)
rgba(71, 112, 133, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

17 brand s with colors near 200° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #477085?

#477085 is Slate, a cool medium color with RGB values of 71, 112, 133. It has a hue of 200°, 30% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #477085?

The RGB color code for #477085 is rgb(71, 112, 133). This means it contains 71 red, 112 green, and 133 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Slate a warm or cool color?

Slate (#477085) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #477085 in CSS?

You can use #477085 in CSS with: background-color: #477085; or color: #477085; or as an RGB value: rgb(71, 112, 133). For print design, use CMYK: 47%, 16%, 0%, 48%.