#95A6A9
- Brightness
- 161.5
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 189°, 10%, 62%
- HSV V %
- 66%
- Lab
- 66.9, -5.3, -3.6
- CMYK (%)
- 12%, 2%, 0%, 34%
- PNG size
- 6.1 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, muted cool hue
Black text
8.31:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
2.53:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (8.31:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #95A6A9
Common Name: Gray Mist
RGB: 149, 166, 169
HSL: 200, 8%, 63%
Contrast Ratios:
- VS White: 5.8 (Passes AA)
- VS Black: 9.1 (Passes AA)
Mood: This color evokes a cool, calm, and neutral aesthetic, often associated with sophistication and subtlety. Its balance between blue and gray gives it a versatile presence, making it suitable for both modern and traditional designs. Its muted tone conveys a sense of serenity and peacefulness, making it ideal for creating relaxing environments.
Close Named Matches:
- Pantone 15-4706 TPG - Gray Mist (#98ADAE)
- Jotun Paint - CULT (#9CAAB2)
- Behr Paint - Polar Drift (#9BADB2)
- Sherwin Williams - Meditative (#96AAB0)
Why Designers Use It:
- This soft, neutral tone is ideal for spaces requiring a quiet, calming atmosphere. Designers often use it in interior spaces like offices, bedrooms, and living areas due to its soothing and neutral nature.
- Its versatility allows it to work across various design genres, from contemporary to classic. Whether used on walls, textiles, or furniture, it adapts to the mood of the surrounding colors.
- Its appeal is universal, and the color is found in a range of industries, from home decor to automotive design, especially where a serene, professional aesthetic is desired.
- Regionally, it is popular in Scandinavian and minimalist design trends, as well as in modern tech offices and healthcare facilities. It pairs well with both warm and cool tones, offering flexibility in color palettes.
- The color’s origins in natural grayish tones suggest a connection to elements like stone, sky, and industrial finishes, lending it a grounded, natural feel that's universally appealing.