All you need to know about Slate.

Find out what the color means and how you can pair it with other colors to achieve beautiful results.

Slate Color Guide: The Versatile and Timeless Hue of Depth

Slate (#C0C2C9) is a color named after the rock commonly used in building and construction. Its natural hues range from solid gray to shades with undertones of blue (#0000FF), green (#228B22), dark red (#800020), black (#000000), and violet (#8F00FF). However, it is often seen as a medium-dark gray with a hint of blue, giving it a cool, grounded character.

Slate: Color Symbolism and Versatility

Slate (#C0C2C9) embodies timeless elegance and neutrality, making it a versatile choice for a variety of design styles. The color’s blend of gray with cool undertones creates an adaptable foundation, perfect for modern, minimalist, or industrial designs.

Perfect Pairings with Slate (#C0C2C9)

Slate (#C0C2C9) works beautifully with numerous color combinations, such as:

Pair with other neutrals like beige (#F5F5DC) and tan (#D2B48C) for a cohesive and understated palette.

For a modern, vibrant look, add accent colors like orange (#FFA500) or yellow (#FFFF00) to energize the design.

To highlight Slate’s blue undertones, pair it with shades of blue (#0000FF) or violet (#8F00FF) to enhance its subtle depth and sophistication.

Slate Color Specifications

Hex Code: #C0C2C9 – Incorporate this cool, neutral hue in your design projects to achieve a sophisticated and versatile visual impact.

Color conversion

HEX
#C0C2C9

RGB DECIMAL
192, 194, 201

RGB PERCENTAGE
0.8, 0.8, 0.8

HSL
226.7, 0.1, 0.8, 1.0

HSV
226.7, 0.0, 0.8

CMYK
0.0, 0.0, 0.0, 0.2

LAB
78.5, 0.6, -3.7

NUMBER
12632777

LUMINANCE
0.54

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