Light Slate

Q: How do I use #AFE9E9 in CSS?

You can use #AFE9E9 in CSS with: background-color: #AFE9E9; or color: #AFE9E9; or as an RGB value: rgb(175, 233, 233). For print design, use CMYK: 25%, 0%, 0%, 9%.

#AFE9E9

Light Slate is a cool light color with the hex code #AFE9E9. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 175, 233, 233 in digital design or CMYK 25%, 0%, 0%, 9% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Slate Color Values

HEX: #AFE9E9
RGB: 175, 233, 233
HSL: 180°, 57%, 80%
CMYK: 25, 0, 0, 9

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Light Slate sits at 180° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 57% saturation and 80% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Light Slate in print, the CMYK breakdown of 25%, 0%, 0%, 9% 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

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #AFE9E9;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 175, 233, 233;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#AFE9E9',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 25%
M: 0%
Y: 0%
K: 9%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(175, 233, 233)
rgba(175, 233, 233, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 180° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #AFE9E9?

#AFE9E9 is Light Slate, a cool light color with RGB values of 175, 233, 233. It has a hue of 180°, 57% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #AFE9E9?

The RGB color code for #AFE9E9 is rgb(175, 233, 233). This means it contains 175 red, 233 green, and 233 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Light Slate a warm or cool color?

Light Slate (#AFE9E9) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #AFE9E9 in CSS?

You can use #AFE9E9 in CSS with: background-color: #AFE9E9; or color: #AFE9E9; or as an RGB value: rgb(175, 233, 233). For print design, use CMYK: 25%, 0%, 0%, 9%.