Dark Ages
Also known as: Angry Gargoyle, Time Warp, Perfect Storm, Dame Dignity
Part of the gray family, Dark Ages pairs a soft base with a balanced and versatile presence — ideal for minimal interfaces and architecture. Reach for a gray companion shade to give Dark Ages maximum contrast. Accessibility-wise, it needs a dark backdrop — 7.32:1 on black clears AA.
Dark Ages color codes
- HEX
- #9698A3
- RGB
- rgb(150, 152, 163)
- RGBA
- rgba(150, 152, 163, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(231, 7%, 61%)
- HSV
- hsv(231, 8%, 64%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(8%, 7%, 0%, 36%)
- LAB
- lab(62.9 0.9 -6.0)
- OKLCH
- oklch(68.2% 0.016 277.7)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning cool
subtle blue undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: darkgray#A9A9A9 · ΔE 7.5
- RAL 7045 — Telegrey 1#91969A · ΔE 4.5 · 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 Dark Ages works
- Web & UI: Use it decoratively — dividers, chart series, illustration accents — and let neutrals carry the type.
- Interiors: Muted enough to paint all four walls; sample it in both daylight and evening light before committing.
- 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.
- Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land — front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
- Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Dark Ages
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Dark Ages by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 2.87:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Aa — on black
contrast 7.32:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Best text color on a Dark Ages background: #000000
Palettes featuring Dark Ages
Dark Ages with its complement
Soft neighbors of Dark Ages
Dark Ages triad
Similar colors
- Dusky Mood#979BA8 · ΔE 1.4
- Grisaille#91979F · ΔE 3.0
- Machinery#9999AA · ΔE 3.1
- Silverfish#8D95AA · ΔE 4.5
- Moon Veil#8D99B1 · ΔE 5.7
- Walrus#999B9B · ΔE 5.9
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Dark Ages is closest to Lost Space.
Dark Ages FAQs
What color is Dark Ages?
Dark Ages is a medium gray with the hex code #9698A3. In HSL terms it has a hue of 231°, 7% saturation, and 61% lightness.
What is the hex code for Dark Ages?
The hex code for Dark Ages is #9698A3. In RGB it's rgb(150, 152, 163), and in CMYK it's cmyk(8%, 7%, 0%, 36%).
What colors go well with Dark Ages?
Dark Ages pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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