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#AB9C8F

RGB
171, 156, 143
Brightness
159.2
HSL (°,%,%)
28°, 14%, 62%
HSV V %
67%
Lab
65.3, 3.3, 8.8
CMYK (%)
0%, 9%, 16%, 33%
PNG size
6.7 KB
Tone / Feel
mid, muted warm hue
Black text 7.88:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text 2.66:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)

Recommended text: Black (7.88:1 — AAA / AAA)

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Color Profile: #AB9C8F

Common Name: Pantone 7530 C

RGB: (171, 156, 143)

HSL: (34°, 15%, 60%)

Contrast: White (3.4), Black (7.3) - AA Pass

Mood Blurb:

This color, Pantone 7530 C, evokes a sense of understated elegance, blending soft greys with earthy tones. It feels timeless, professional, and versatile, commonly found in minimalist designs or sophisticated spaces. Its muted quality also carries a touch of vintage, making it a frequent choice in interior and fashion design for those looking to create a calm, neutral ambiance.

Close Matches:

  • Behr Paint - Espresso Martini - #A8988A
  • Benjamin Moore - Mt. Rushmore Rock - #AA9B8E
  • Jotun Paint - Fossil - #A99F90
  • Dulux Heritage - Mid Umber - #B69F90

Why Designers Use It:

Pantone 7530 C is a versatile, muted beige-grey shade, frequently used in various design disciplines, especially interior design, fashion, and branding. Its understated elegance makes it ideal for creating professional, minimalistic aesthetics in both corporate and luxury settings. Its neutrality is particularly valuable in spaces where a soothing, unobtrusive background is necessary, such as office spaces, high-end residential designs, or modern retail environments. Pantone 7530 C also finds use in luxury packaging, providing a refined touch that doesn’t overpower the product.

The color has notable associations with earthy, natural elements. It is reminiscent of stone, sand, and clay, often evoking feelings of warmth, reliability, and calm. In addition, it aligns with contemporary trends that favor more muted, organic tones in modern design. While it’s a classic, its reemergence in trends such as eco-conscious design and sustainability highlights its ongoing relevance.

Industries like fashion, luxury branding, and interior design continue to favor this color for its adaptable, soft finish, whether on walls, fabrics, or product packaging. It is a color that speaks of nature, but also of modern sophistication, making it a top choice in high-end and contemporary design contexts.

Palette neighbours

#546370 Complement #8FAB9C Triad 1 #9C8FAB Triad 2 #ABAA8F Analogous 1 #AB8F90 Analogous 2