#8B9796
- Brightness
- 147.4
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 175°, 5%, 57%
- HSV V %
- 59%
- Lab
- 61.5, -4.5, -1.0
- CMYK (%)
- 8%, 0%, 1%, 41%
- PNG size
- 6.6 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, muted cool hue
Black text
6.96:1
AA (normal) · AAA (large) (large)
White text
3.02:1
Fail (normal) · AA (large) (large)
Recommended text: Black (6.96:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #8B9796
Common Name: 10BG 6/1.0
RGB: 139, 151, 150
HSL: 168°, 3%, 59%
Contrast: vs White: 60.2, AA pass; vs Black: 14.5, AA pass.
General Mood
This shade offers a soothing, muted tone that falls within a cool grey range. Often described as a "soft blue-grey," it carries a sense of calm and stability, frequently associated with serene and modern aesthetics. It's versatile enough to blend with both minimalistic and contemporary designs, making it a popular choice in professional and corporate environments.
Named Matches:
- Munsell Color System - 10BG 6/1.0 (#8B9796)
- Pantone FHI - 16-4706 TCX Silver Blue (#8A9A9A)
- Benjamin Moore - Brewster Gray (#8B9797)
- Dulux - Pewter Plate (#9D9E9D)
- Jotun - White Clay (#8E9393)
Why Designers Use It
- Soft, neutral tones like this #8B9796 are highly sought after for creating professional, corporate, and calming spaces.
- It pairs well with both warm and cool color palettes, which is ideal for balancing bold accents in modern design.
- This color works exceptionally well in minimalist designs, making it a frequent choice for contemporary interior spaces, branding, and web design.
- It carries no strong associations with a specific material or industry but is adaptable across various sectors including fashion, interiors, and automotive design.
- It's increasingly trendy in design circles due to its versatility and soft elegance. You may spot it in popular tech branding, modern office spaces, or high-end interior design.