Light Slate Gray is a
cool light color with the hex code #80A2B3.
This muted hue can be represented as RGB
128, 162, 179 in digital design or CMYK 28%, 9%, 0%, 30% for print applications.
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Light Slate Gray
#80A2B3
Light Slate Gray Color Values
- HEX
- #80A2B3
- RGB
- 128, 162, 179
- HSL
- 200°, 25%, 60%
- CMYK
- 28, 9, 0, 30
Shades & Tints
About this color
Light Slate Gray sits at 200° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 25% saturation and 60% lightness, this muted light hue provides subtle, elegant backgrounds.
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 28%, 9%, 0%, 30% 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: #80A2B3;
--brand-primary-rgb: 128, 162, 179;
} Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#80A2B3',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 28%
M: 9%
Y: 0%
K: 30% Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(128, 162, 179)
rgba(128, 162, 179, 0.8) Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #80A2B3?
What is the RGB value of #80A2B3?
Is Light Slate Gray a warm or cool color?
How do I use #80A2B3 in CSS?
background-color: #80A2B3; or color: #80A2B3; or as an RGB value: rgb(128, 162, 179). For print design, use CMYK: 28%, 9%, 0%, 30%.