Chimaera
Also known as: Purple Kasbah , Smoked Mulberry , Burnt Ash , Black Plum
Chimaera brings a balanced and versatile feel to a palette. This medium gray suits neutral backgrounds and minimal interfaces. Set it against a gray accent when you want the combination to pop. Accessibility-wise, it clears AA for text on white at 5.66:1.
Reference
Chimaera color codes
- HEX
- #74626D
- RGB
- rgb(116, 98, 109)
- RGBA
- rgba(116, 98, 109, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(323, 8%, 42%)
- HSV
- hsv(323, 16%, 45%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 16%, 6%, 55%)
- LAB
- lab(43.6 9.0 -3.4)
- OKLCH
- oklch(51.7% 0.028 340.9)
Analysis
Color intelligence
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Gamut
The full range of colors a device or space can show. sRGB is the common screen gamut; Display P3 is wider. A color outside a gamut cannot be shown accurately there and must be mapped inward.Full glossary entry →Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
Undertone
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neutral, leaning warm
subtle pink undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
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Delta E (ΔE)
A measure of how different two colors look. Below 1 the difference is invisible to almost everyone; below 2.3 most people can't tell them apart; above 10 they are clearly different colors. We use CIEDE2000, the modern standard.Full glossary entry →
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Delta E (ΔE)
A measure of how different two colors look. Below 1 the difference is invisible to almost everyone; below 2.3 most people can't tell them apart; above 10 they are clearly different colors. We use CIEDE2000, the modern standard.Full glossary entry →- CSS: dimgray #696969 · ΔE 10.9
- RAL 4012: Pearl blackberry #6B6880 · ΔE 8.2 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck. Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Chimaera works
- Web & UI: Use it directly for text on light surfaces; it clears AA contrast without adjustment.
- Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land: a front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
- Fashion: Works as a base layer or outerwear tone that lets brighter pieces do the talking.
- Branding: As a brand anchor it reads established and tactile; pair with a single vivid accent for energy.
- Web & UI: Use it decoratively for dividers, chart series, and illustration accents, and let neutrals carry the type.
- Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.
Copy as: every ecosystem
Variations
Tints, shades, and tones of Chimaera
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Tint
A color mixed with white, which raises its lightness. Pink is a tint of red. Tints feel softer and more open than the base color.Full glossary entry →
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Tint
A color mixed with white, which raises its lightness. Pink is a tint of red. Tints feel softer and more open than the base color.Full glossary entry →Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Harmonies
Color harmonies
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Complementary colors
Two colors opposite each other on the wheel. They create the strongest contrast and make each other look more intense, so they work best used unevenly.Full glossary entry →
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Complementary colors
Two colors opposite each other on the wheel. They create the strongest contrast and make each other look more intense, so they work best used unevenly.Full glossary entry →Palettes built from Chimaera by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Accessibility
Contrast & accessibility
Aa on white
contrast 5.66:1
AA pass AAA fail AA large pass
Aa on black
contrast 3.71:1
AA fail AAA fail AA large pass
Best text color on a Chimaera background: #ffffff
Palettes
Palettes featuring Chimaera
Chimaera with its complement
Soft neighbors of Chimaera
Chimaera triad
Explore
Similar colors
- Rum #716675 · ΔE 3.5
- Moonscape #806B77 · ΔE 3.9
- Opera #816575 · ΔE 4.6
- Mamba #766D7C · ΔE 5.4
- Fedora #625665 · ΔE 5.6
- Excalibur #676168 · ΔE 5.9
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Chimaera is closest to Dark Forest .
FAQ
Chimaera FAQs
What color is Chimaera?
Chimaera is a medium gray with the hex code #74626D. In HSL terms it has a hue of 323°, 8% saturation, and 42% lightness.
What is the hex code for Chimaera?
The hex code for Chimaera is #74626D. In RGB it's rgb(116, 98, 109), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 16%, 6%, 55%).
What colors go well with Chimaera?
Chimaera pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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