#D5DAD9
- Brightness
- 216.4
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 168°, 6%, 85%
- HSV V %
- 85%
- Lab
- 86.7, -1.9, -0.1
- CMYK (%)
- 2%, 0%, 0%, 15%
- PNG size
- 5.6 KB
- Tone / Feel
- light, muted cool hue
Black text
14.86:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
1.41:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (14.86:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #D5DAD9
Common Name: Light Gray
RGB: 213, 218, 217
HSL: 150°, 5%, 85%
Contrast vs White: 1.7 (AA Pass)
Contrast vs Black: 11.0 (AA Pass)
Mood: A subtle, refined gray that evokes tranquility and sophistication. Often associated with modern, minimalist interiors and design, it’s versatile and unobtrusive, allowing it to complement various color palettes while maintaining a quiet presence. It’s ideal for creating calm, neutral environments or serving as a backdrop to more vibrant accents.
Close Named Matches:
- BS 2660 Steel Blue (#BEC9CC) - A gentle, muted gray with a touch of blue.
- Jotun Near Dusk (#D3DDDE) - A soft, cool-toned gray used in home interiors.
- Pantone 12-4705 TCX Blue Blush (#D6DBD9) - A delicate pastel gray-blue often used in fashion.
- Munsell 10B 8.5/0.5 (#D5DAD9) - The official Munsell representation of this gray tone, directly matching.
Why Designers Use It:
- Trendiness: Light gray like #D5DAD9 is highly popular in both modern design and architecture. It serves as a neutral canvas, allowing other design elements to stand out without overwhelming the space. It's especially favored in contemporary home decor, graphic design, and digital interfaces.
- Industries: Frequently used in interior design for walls, flooring, and furnishings due to its neutrality. Additionally, it's popular in tech and automotive industries for sleek, minimalist aesthetics, often found in premium product designs and luxury cars.
- Regional Affiliation: While globally recognized, it’s particularly associated with Scandinavian and Japanese interior styles, which emphasize simplicity and functionality. The calmness and clean lines often resonate with these cultural design principles.
- Material Origins: Often found in nature as a color representing soft minerals or stone. Its use in manufacturing can be traced back to industries where functionality and neutrality are paramount, such as automotive and high-tech sectors.
- Notable Structures: The use of light gray shades like this in urban planning and architecture reflects modernity and subtle elegance, providing a timeless background that complements more bold features or materials.