1. grays
2. neutral-muteds
3. Slate Rock

Color Slate Rock gray (#868988):
HEX, RGB color codes for HTML and CSS

The Comprehensive Guide to Slate Rock gray (#868988):
Its Meaning and Harmonious Color Matches in Design.

Hue Family:
grays

grays Family:
neutral-muted

Saturation:
almost gray

Tones:
colorful tone

Shade:
medium

Temperature:
neutral

Chromaticity:
near-grayscale

Chroma:
low chroma

Color Information about Slate Rock / #868988

The HTML HEX code is #868988. The corresponding color name is "Slate Rock". In RGB values (additive color space used for Digital Displays), this HEX code translates to Red (R): 134%, Green (G): 137%, Blue (B): 136%. In the CMYK color model (subtractive color model used in printing), it is represented by Cyan (C): 2%, Magenta (M): 0%, Yellow (Y):1%, Black (K): 46%. In the HSL color space, #868988 has a hue of 160°, saturation of 1%, and lightness of 53%. The HSV representation is 160° for hue, 2% for saturation, and 54% for value.

In the CIE-LAB color space, the color is denoted by L* (lightness) = 57, a* (green to red) = -1, and b* (blue to yellow) = 0. The XYZ representation is X: 23, Y: 25, Z: 27. In the YUV color space, it translates to Y (luminance) = 0.5333, U (chrominance) = 0.0000, and V (chrominance) = -0.0068.

The decimal value of the color is 8817032. The closest Web-safe HEX code is #999999. Variations of the colour are #B9BBBA for a 20% lighter version and #535554 for a 20% darker version.

For the color with hex value #868988, the correlated color temperature (CT) is estimated to be 6615 Kelvin (6615K).

The approximate wavelength of #868988 is around 510.00nm.

The Depth and Diversity of Slate Rock (Hex: #868988): Exploring its Impact in Design and Culture

The hex color #868988, known as Slate Rock, is reminiscent of the smooth texture and cool hue of natural slate rock formations. Its assertive presence creates a striking resemblance to the rugged beauty of slate cliffs, evoking a sense of strength and stability. Inspired by the earthy tones found in nature, this color can effortlessly bring a touch of elegance and sophistication to various design elements. Whether used in interior décor, fashion, or branding, Slate Rock adds a timeless allure that resonates with those seeking a connection to the natural world.

Tints and Shades of #868988 HEX color (Slate Rock)

In color theory, tints and shades are essential for understanding the depth and luminosity of colors. A tint is achieved by adding white to a pure hue, lightening its appearance. Conversely, a shade results from blending black with a color, giving it a deeper tone. In the context of #868988, this color stands at the center between its tints and shades. While the tints get progressively lighter moving towards white (#ffffff), the shades deepen towards black (#000000).

• #ffffff
• #E1E2E1
• #C3C4C4
• #A4A7A6
• #868988
• #656766
• #434544
• #222222
• #000000

Tones of Slate Rock (#868988 HEX color)

A tone is produced by adding gray to any pure hue. In the case of #868988, #848585 is the less saturated color, while #868988 is the most saturated one.

• #848585
• #848686
• #858786
• #858887
• #868988
• #474848
• #3e3e3e
• #343535
• #2b2b2b

HTML Usage Examples

<p style="color: #868988;">This is a css example</p>

p { color: #868988; }

.text {color:#868988;}

.background {background-color:#868988;}

.border {border:1px solid #868988;}