#7C8989
- Brightness
- 133.2
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 180°, 5%, 51%
- HSV V %
- 54%
- Lab
- 56.1, -4.7, -1.6
- CMYK (%)
- 9%, 0%, 0%, 46%
- PNG size
- 5.9 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, muted cool hue
Recommended text: Black (5.80:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #7C8989
Common Name: Blue Grey
RGB: (124, 137, 137)
HSL: (180°, 5%, 52%)
Contrast vs White: 3.5 (AA Pass)
Contrast vs Black: 7.0 (AA Pass)
Mood Blurb:
This shade of blue-grey evokes a sense of calm, neutrality, and understated sophistication. Often associated with modern design, it strikes a balance between cool tones and subtle warmth, offering versatility for both interior design and graphic work. The subdued, slightly muted quality makes it a go-to choice for professional, minimalist environments, evoking reliability and tranquility.
Close Named Matches:
- AMS Standard 595a - Blue gray #7C898E (ΔE=2.88)
- Behr Paint - Glen Deep #7D8889 (ΔE=0.99)
- Benjamin Moore - Templeton Gray #788787 (ΔE=1.20)
- Federal Standard 595c - 25237 - Blue #7D8A8F (ΔE=2.92)
- Pantone FHI - Monument #7E878A (ΔE=2.37)
Why Designers Use It:
This color is favored for its timeless, neutral quality, making it adaptable in a variety of design contexts, from corporate branding to sophisticated home interiors. Its muted, understated nature makes it an excellent base color in modern designs, paired well with both brighter accents and other neutral tones. Designers appreciate its ability to harmonize with a broad spectrum of colors while maintaining a calm, clean aesthetic.
The shade is widely used in corporate branding and contemporary product packaging, as well as in interior design, especially in offices and professional spaces. It’s also seen in fashion, particularly in high-end collections seeking a quiet, polished appeal. Interestingly, this color is rooted in natural elements, with many designers associating it with the cool tones of stone, ocean mist, or the twilight sky.