Light Slate

Q: How do I use #B1E7E4 in CSS?

You can use #B1E7E4 in CSS with: background-color: #B1E7E4; or color: #B1E7E4; or as an RGB value: rgb(177, 231, 228). For print design, use CMYK: 23%, 0%, 1%, 9%.

#B1E7E4

Light Slate is a cool light color with the hex code #B1E7E4. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 177, 231, 228 in digital design or CMYK 23%, 0%, 1%, 9% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Slate Color Values

HEX: #B1E7E4
RGB: 177, 231, 228
HSL: 177°, 53%, 80%
CMYK: 23, 0, 1, 9

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Light Slate sits at 177° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 53% 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 23%, 0%, 1%, 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: #B1E7E4;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 177, 231, 228;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#B1E7E4',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 23%
M: 0%
Y: 1%
K: 9%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(177, 231, 228)
rgba(177, 231, 228, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 177° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #B1E7E4?

#B1E7E4 is Light Slate, a cool light color with RGB values of 177, 231, 228. It has a hue of 177°, 53% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #B1E7E4?

The RGB color code for #B1E7E4 is rgb(177, 231, 228). This means it contains 177 red, 231 green, and 228 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Light Slate a warm or cool color?

Light Slate (#B1E7E4) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #B1E7E4 in CSS?

You can use #B1E7E4 in CSS with: background-color: #B1E7E4; or color: #B1E7E4; or as an RGB value: rgb(177, 231, 228). For print design, use CMYK: 23%, 0%, 1%, 9%.