Light Slate Gray

Q: How do I use #96AACF in CSS?

You can use #96AACF in CSS with: background-color: #96AACF; or color: #96AACF; or as an RGB value: rgb(150, 170, 207). For print design, use CMYK: 28%, 18%, 0%, 19%.

#96AACF

Light Slate Gray is a cool light color with the hex code #96AACF. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 150, 170, 207 in digital design or CMYK 28%, 18%, 0%, 19% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Slate Gray Color Values

HEX: #96AACF
RGB: 150, 170, 207
HSL: 219°, 37%, 70%
CMYK: 28, 18, 0, 19

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Light Slate Gray sits at 219° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 37% saturation and 70% 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 28%, 18%, 0%, 19% 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: #96AACF;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 150, 170, 207;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#96AACF',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 28%
M: 18%
Y: 0%
K: 19%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(150, 170, 207)
rgba(150, 170, 207, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

20 brand s with colors near 219° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #96AACF?

#96AACF is Light Slate Gray, a cool light color with RGB values of 150, 170, 207. It has a hue of 219°, 37% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #96AACF?

The RGB color code for #96AACF is rgb(150, 170, 207). This means it contains 150 red, 170 green, and 207 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Light Slate Gray a warm or cool color?

Light Slate Gray (#96AACF) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #96AACF in CSS?

You can use #96AACF in CSS with: background-color: #96AACF; or color: #96AACF; or as an RGB value: rgb(150, 170, 207). For print design, use CMYK: 28%, 18%, 0%, 19%.