Gargoyle
Also known as: Laurel Mist, Stormy Day, Ending Spring, Mellow Mood
Gargoyle sits on the warm side of the spectrum: a muted green that feels calm and balanced. Try it in wellness brands and eco packaging. Reach for a purple companion shade to give Gargoyle maximum contrast. Against dark backgrounds it stays legible (9.67:1), but avoid it as text on white.
Gargoyle color codes
- HEX
- #ABB39E
- RGB
- rgb(171, 179, 158)
- RGBA
- rgba(171, 179, 158, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(83, 12%, 66%)
- HSV
- hsv(83, 12%, 70%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(4%, 0%, 12%, 30%)
- LAB
- lab(71.9 -5.8 9.8)
- OKLCH
- oklch(75.5% 0.031 124.2)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning warm
subtle green undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: darkgray#A9A9A9 · ΔE 10.8
- RAL 7032 — Pebble grey#B9B9A8 · ΔE 4.6 · 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 Gargoyle works
- Web & UI: A supporting-cast color for UI: chart fills, tags, empty-state illustrations — not text.
- Interiors: Soft and low-saturation — a candidate for full walls, where vivid colors overwhelm.
- Fashion: A wardrobe neutral: it anchors outfits and pairs with nearly any accent color.
- Branding: Reads as growth and sustainability — at home in wellness, food, and environmental brands.
- Interiors: Strong for a whole room, excellent in doses: an accent wall, cabinetry, or a statement chair.
- Fashion: Wears best as the statement piece — a top, scarf, or shoes — against neutral basics.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Gargoyle
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Gargoyle 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 2.17:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Aa — on black
contrast 9.67:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Best text color on a Gargoyle background: #000000
Palettes featuring Gargoyle
Gargoyle with its complement
Soft neighbors of Gargoyle
Gargoyle triad
Similar colors
- Salvia#A8B59E · ΔE 2.1
- Moorland#A6AB9B · ΔE 3.1
- Alpine Air#A9B4A9 · ΔE 4.1
- Irish Moor#B5C0B3 · ΔE 4.8
- Edamame#9CA389 · ΔE 5.1
- Ash#BEBAA7 · ΔE 6.2
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Gargoyle is closest to Blue Haze.
Gargoyle FAQs
What color is Gargoyle?
Gargoyle is a medium green with the hex code #ABB39E. In HSL terms it has a hue of 83°, 12% saturation, and 66% lightness.
What is the hex code for Gargoyle?
The hex code for Gargoyle is #ABB39E. In RGB it's rgb(171, 179, 158), and in CMYK it's cmyk(4%, 0%, 12%, 30%).
What colors go well with Gargoyle?
Gargoyle pairs naturally with purple tones from its complementary harmony, and with blue accents from its split-complementary palette. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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