#768B9A
- Brightness
- 134.9
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 205°, 15%, 53%
- HSV V %
- 60%
- Lab
- 56.7, -4.0, -10.5
- CMYK (%)
- 23%, 10%, 0%, 40%
- PNG size
- 7.2 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, muted cool hue
Black text
5.93:1
AA (normal) · AAA (large) (large)
White text
3.54:1
Fail (normal) · AA (large) (large)
Recommended text: Black (5.93:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #768B9A
Common Name: Blue Grey
RGB: (118, 139, 154)
HSL: (204, 14%, 54%)
Contrast vs White: 6.7:1 (AA Pass)
Contrast vs Black: 2.3:1 (AA Fail)
Mood: This shade of blue-grey evokes calm and sophistication, combining the stability of blue with the neutrality of grey. It’s often associated with trust, professionalism, and understated elegance. A popular choice for modern design, especially in corporate and minimalist interiors, it balances between inviting and formal, making it versatile for various settings.
Notable Matches:
- Sherwin Williams - Bracing Blue (#768B9A) - ΔE=0.00
- Little Greene - Pale Lupin (#768399) - ΔE=5.69
- Jotun - Retro Blue (#6F8D9A) - ΔE=3.36
- Behr - Shaker Blue (#748A97) - ΔE=1.34
- Pantone - Citadel (#758B98) - ΔE=1.25
Why Designers Use It:
- Trendy Yet Timeless: #768B9A represents a cool, refined color often seen in contemporary design trends. It’s widely used in both high-end interior design and branding because of its ability to evoke trust, professionalism, and modernity.
- Versatility: It pairs well with both warm and cool tones, making it a favorite in corporate logos, websites, and interior designs that need to convey a professional, polished image.
- Natural Associations: While not directly related to any specific natural element, the color’s cool, calming qualities could be linked to the serene hues of twilight skies or mountain landscapes, offering a tranquil feel in spaces designed to promote focus and clarity.
- Industry Use: Commonly used in technology, finance, and medical industries, where the calm, neutral aesthetic is essential to inspire confidence and competence.