Light Slate Gray

Q: How do I use #759DBD in CSS?

You can use #759DBD in CSS with: background-color: #759DBD; or color: #759DBD; or as an RGB value: rgb(117, 157, 189). For print design, use CMYK: 38%, 17%, 0%, 26%.

#759DBD

Light Slate Gray is a cool light color with the hex code #759DBD. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 117, 157, 189 in digital design or CMYK 38%, 17%, 0%, 26% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Slate Gray Color Values

HEX: #759DBD
RGB: 117, 157, 189
HSL: 207°, 35%, 60%
CMYK: 38, 17, 0, 26

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Light Slate Gray sits at 207° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 35% saturation and 60% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Light Slate Gray work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Light Slate Gray in print, the CMYK breakdown of 38%, 17%, 0%, 26% 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 Light Slate Gray

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #759DBD;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 117, 157, 189;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#759DBD',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 38%
M: 17%
Y: 0%
K: 26%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(117, 157, 189)
rgba(117, 157, 189, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

16 brand s with colors near 207° on the color wheel

Intel

Goldman Sachs

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #759DBD?

#759DBD is Light Slate Gray, a cool light color with RGB values of 117, 157, 189. It has a hue of 207°, 35% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #759DBD?

The RGB color code for #759DBD is rgb(117, 157, 189). This means it contains 117 red, 157 green, and 189 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Light Slate Gray a warm or cool color?

Light Slate Gray (#759DBD) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #759DBD in CSS?

You can use #759DBD in CSS with: background-color: #759DBD; or color: #759DBD; or as an RGB value: rgb(117, 157, 189). For print design, use CMYK: 38%, 17%, 0%, 26%.