Codes & values
- Color Name
Slate Gray - Color ID
KDF-C-07372944 - HEX
#708090 - RGB
rgb(112, 128, 144) - RGBA
rgba(112, 128, 144, 1) - HSL
hsl(210, 13%, 50%) - HSLA
hsla(210, 13%, 50%, 1) - HSV / HSB
hsv(210, 22%, 56%) - CMYK
cmyk(22%, 11%, 0%, 44%) - Light / Dark
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Quick answers
- What is the HEX code for Slate Gray?
- #708090
- What is Slate Gray RGB?
- rgb(112, 128, 144)
- What is Slate Gray HSL?
- hsl(210, 13%, 50%)
- What is Slate Gray CMYK?
- cmyk(22%, 11%, 0%, 44%)
What is Slate Gray?
Slate Gray is a curated blue family color at #708090. It appears in our library with tags for web, design, ui and matches the CSS named color keyword. This mid-range shade works as a primary brand or UI accent when contrast with text is verified. Temperature lean: cool — calmer, often used for tech, healthcare, and finance trust..
Slate Gray HEX code
The HEX code for Slate Gray is #708090. Paste it into CSS as color: #708090; or background-color: #708090;. Design tools accept the same six-digit value without the # prefix (708090).
Slate Gray RGB
Slate Gray in RGB is rgb(112, 128, 144) (channels R 112, G 128, B 144). Use RGB when you need opacity via rgba(112, 128, 144, 1).
Slate Gray HSL & HSV
HSL is hsl(210, 13%, 50%) — useful for generating lighter/darker variants by adjusting lightness. HSV/HSB is hsv(210, 22%, 56%), closer to how many digital pickers expose hue, saturation, and brightness.
Slate Gray CMYK
Approximate CMYK for Slate Gray is cmyk(22%, 11%, 0%, 44%). Screen HEX/RGB values are device-dependent; for print, always soft-proof in your print profile rather than relying on a web conversion alone.
Shades of Slate Gray
Darker shades (mixed toward black): #5D6B78, #4B5560, #384048, #252B30, #131518. Use deeper shades for hover states, borders, and dark-mode accents.
Tints of Slate Gray
Lighter tints (mixed toward white): #8895A3, #A0AAB5, #B8C0C8, #CFD5DA, #E7EAED. Tints work well for soft backgrounds, chips, and secondary buttons.
Colors that go with Slate Gray
Complementary pairing: #708090, #908070. Analogous neighbors: #709090, #708090, #707090. Triadic accents: #708090, #907080, #809070. Always check text contrast when pairing.
Slate Gray color combinations
A practical combo: primary #708090, complementary accent #908070, and a neutral charcoal or off-white for text and surfaces. Split-complementary options: #708090, #907070, #909070.
Slate Gray in web design
Blue remains the default trust color for SaaS, finance, and health UI. Royal and navy blues anchor headers; sky blues soften backgrounds and links.
Slate Gray in branding
Brand blues communicate reliability. Royal blue and navy remain corporate staples; electric blue reads more startup. Contrast vs white is 4.05:1 (better as a large accent or background than small body text); vs black 5.18:1.
Slate Gray earth & muted use
Slate Gray leans muted or earthy — ideal for interiors, craft brands, and calm UI. Combine with cream, sage, and clay neutrals.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the HEX code for Slate Gray?
- Slate Gray: #708090.
- What is Slate Gray RGB?
- Slate Gray: rgb(112, 128, 144).
- What is Slate Gray HSL?
- Slate Gray: hsl(210, 13%, 50%).
- What is Slate Gray CMYK?
- Slate Gray: cmyk(22%, 11%, 0%, 44%).
- What colors go with Slate Gray?
- Try complementary #708090, #908070 or analogous #709090, #708090, #707090.
- Is Slate Gray good for text on white?
- Not ideal for small body text (4.05:1). Use as a large heading, button, or background instead.
Accessibility snapshot
Contrast vs white: 4.05:1 (prefer large accent or background). Contrast vs black: 5.18:1. Complementary swatch: #708090, #908070.
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