#7D7483
- Brightness
- 120.5
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 276°, 6%, 48%
- HSV V %
- 51%
- Lab
- 50.1, 6.5, -7.0
- CMYK (%)
- 5%, 11%, 0%, 49%
- PNG size
- 6.1 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, muted cool hue
Black text
4.70:1
AA (normal) · AAA (large) (large)
White text
4.47:1
Fail (normal) · AA (large) (large)
Recommended text: Black (4.70:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #7D7483
Common Name: Sikkens 4041 Color Concept
RGB: 125, 116, 131
HSL: 231°, 5%, 50%
Contrast vs White: 4.5:1 (AA pass)
Contrast vs Black: 12.8:1 (AA pass)
Mood Blurb: The #7D7483 hue is a soft, subdued shade often seen as calming and neutral. It carries a slightly sophisticated vibe, often used to convey professionalism or understated elegance. This color can blend well in minimalist designs and spaces, while still providing enough depth to avoid feeling flat.
Close Named Matches:
- RAL 310 50 10: #7D7485 (Delta E = 1.17)
- Sikkens 4041: #7D7483 (Delta E = 0.00)
- BS 381C-629: #7A838B (Delta E = 9.21)
- Benjamin Moore AF-590: #7B777F (Delta E = 4.60)
Why Designers Use It:
- Designers often choose #7D7483 for its balance of neutrality and depth. It works wonderfully as a background color, especially in office settings or corporate branding, where a more serious tone is required. Its soft grayish tint is versatile across a variety of design styles, from minimalist to modern industrial.
- It's especially common in the paint and color specification industries, particularly in commercial settings. The color fits well within corporate branding where a sense of professionalism is key, while also offering a touch of subtle sophistication.
- The muted tones make it ideal for spaces meant to invoke calmness or focus—think boardrooms, creative studios, or professional workspaces. There's a timeless quality to it that appeals to designers looking for both functionality and understated elegance.