#7F848E
- Brightness
- 131.7
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 220°, 6%, 53%
- HSV V %
- 56%
- Lab
- 55.0, 0.3, -6.0
- CMYK (%)
- 11%, 7%, 0%, 44%
- PNG size
- 5.1 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, muted cool hue
Recommended text: Black (5.59:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #7F848E
Common Name: Vista Gray
RGB: (127, 132, 142)
HSL: H: 210° S: 4% L: 53%
Contrast vs White: 2.8 (AA pass)
Contrast vs Black: 9.5 (AA pass)
Mood: #7F848E has a calm, understated quality. It feels refined yet approachable, making it a popular choice for contemporary, minimalistic design. The soft gray undertones make it versatile, whether paired with bolder colors or used in isolation for a sleek, professional look. It resonates with both creativity and sophistication, making it ideal for industries that require trustworthiness, like tech and corporate environments.
Close Named Matches:
- Vista Gray - #7F848E (Exact Match)
- Pantone Tradewinds - #7F8792 (ΔE=1.55)
- British Standard Dark Camouflage Grey - #7A838B (ΔE=2.08)
- Benjamin Moore Sea Life - #7C7D89 (ΔE=3.07)
- Federal Standard 26176 - Ocean Gray - #777F88 (ΔE=2.57)
Why Designers Use It:
Designers are drawn to #7F848E for its balanced, neutral tone, making it suitable for a wide variety of design contexts. Its ability to blend seamlessly with both warm and cool hues makes it a staple in modern interior design, especially for corporate offices, tech brands, and professional websites. The subtlety of this color helps maintain a calm atmosphere while promoting focus and productivity.
Its use extends to automotive industries, where it’s seen as a professional, modern choice for interior car designs, as well as military applications, particularly in camouflage and tactical equipment. Additionally, this color has a timeless, versatile appeal, making it a popular choice for logos and branding in industries like technology and consulting, where clarity, stability, and trust are key messaging goals.
Regionally, it carries a certain association with industrial and minimalist Scandinavian designs, which favor functional, simple color palettes. The color’s muted quality makes it ideal for spaces that require a sleek, professional look without overwhelming the senses.