Skip to main content

Light Slate Gray

#779CBB

Light Slate Gray is a cool light color with the hex code #779CBB. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 119, 156, 187 in digital design or CMYK 36%, 17%, 0%, 27% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Slate Gray Color Values

HEX
#779CBB
RGB
119, 156, 187
HSL
207°, 33%, 60%
CMYK
36, 17, 0, 27

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 33% 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 36%, 17%, 0%, 27% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Light Slate Gray

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #779CBB;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 119, 156, 187;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#779CBB',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 36%
M: 17%
Y: 0%
K: 27%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(119, 156, 187)
rgba(119, 156, 187, 0.8)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #779CBB?
#779CBB is Light Slate Gray, a cool light color with RGB values of 119, 156, 187. It has a hue of 207°, 33% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #779CBB?
The RGB color code for #779CBB is rgb(119, 156, 187). This means it contains 119 red, 156 green, and 187 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Light Slate Gray a warm or cool color?
Light Slate Gray (#779CBB) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #779CBB in CSS?
You can use #779CBB in CSS with: background-color: #779CBB; or color: #779CBB; or as an RGB value: rgb(119, 156, 187). For print design, use CMYK: 36%, 17%, 0%, 27%.