#677986
- Brightness
- 117.5
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 205°, 13%, 46%
- HSV V %
- 53%
- Lab
- 49.8, -3.5, -9.3
- CMYK (%)
- 23%, 10%, 0%, 47%
- PNG size
- 6.3 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, muted cool hue
Recommended text: Black (4.66:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #677986
Common Name: RAL 250 50 10 / RAL Design
RGB: (103, 121, 134)
HSL: (200°, 10%, 49%)
Contrast vs White: 5.5 (AA Pass)
Contrast vs Black: 7.7 (AA Pass)
Mood: The subtle, muted hues of #677986 evoke a calm and grounded atmosphere. This tone is often associated with refined sophistication and understated elegance, appealing to those with a preference for soft, neutral palettes. It finds its place in both modern and traditional contexts, bringing a quiet confidence to design work.
Close Matches:
- Jotun Paint - Moon Reflection: #637988 (ΔE=1.74)
- Behr Paint - Oxford Dusk: #6F808A (ΔE=3.30)
- Benjamin Moore - Stillwater: #637986 (ΔE=1.42)
- Pantone FHI - Flint Stone: #687585 (ΔE=2.88)
Why Designers Use It:
This muted blue-grey color is often favored by designers for its versatility in creating both calming and professional spaces. It carries a sense of stability and trustworthiness, making it ideal for corporate branding, interior designs for offices, and luxury products. Its neutrality allows it to work seamlessly with a variety of other shades, from warmer tones to deeper blues or greys. This color is popular in industries like technology, automotive, and corporate branding where a polished, professional look is needed without overwhelming the viewer. The color has also been linked to modern minimalism, where simplicity and sophistication are key. Some may associate it with natural elements like stones or cloudy skies, giving it a subtle connection to nature in an industrial context.