#A9A5AB
- Brightness
- 166.9
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 280°, 3%, 66%
- HSV V %
- 67%
- Lab
- 68.2, 2.6, -2.6
- CMYK (%)
- 1%, 4%, 0%, 33%
- PNG size
- 5.9 KB
- Tone / Feel
- light, muted cool hue
Recommended text: Black (8.66:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #A9A5AB
Common Name: Vineyard Point
RGB: 169, 165, 171
HSL: 240°, 6%, 66%
Contrast vs White: 49.7 (AA pass)
Contrast vs Black: 82.7 (AA pass)
Mood Description
This muted grayish-lavender hue gives off a calming and sophisticated vibe. It's neutral yet refined, often associated with high-end designs and professional spaces. Its soft appearance makes it ideal for creating a relaxed atmosphere, while its subtle touch of color prevents it from being overly bland or cold.
Close Named Matches
- Dutch Boy: Vineyard Point - #A9A5AB (ΔE=0.00)
- Behr: Power Gray - #A0A2A5 (ΔE=3.28)
- Munsell: 5p 6.5/1.5 - #A39FA7 (ΔE=2.47)
- Pantone FHI: Gull Gray - #A6A0A6 (ΔE=1.87)
- Benjamin Moore: Pebble Creek - #B0A9AF (ΔE=2.07)
Why Designers Use It
This color is often favored in contemporary interior design, particularly in spaces aiming for subtle luxury without overwhelming the senses. Its muted tone allows it to blend seamlessly with various other colors, especially complementary hues of whites, beiges, and darker grays. It’s commonly seen in corporate environments, healthcare facilities, and even hospitality sectors for its professional, calming effect.
Though it's not as flashy as bolder hues, its understated elegance is highly sought after in high-end branding, including automotive and fashion industries. Designers gravitate toward it for its timeless, adaptable nature, making it a strong candidate for both modern and vintage-inspired spaces.
Regionally, this hue has been more prevalent in European markets, especially for upscale brands and products. Its muted palette is especially popular in minimalist Scandinavian design, where neutrality and simplicity are key. It's often linked to digital tech branding as well, where sleekness and modernity are crucial to the message.
This color's composition also makes it versatile in product packaging, interior furnishings, and even certain textile patterns, particularly in home decor lines or automotive interiors. As trends lean more into neutrality, the color is expected to maintain its relevance in design culture.