Gull

Also known as: Shining Armour, Hong Kong Mist, Greylac, Moonlit Orchid

Gull is a medium, muted gray that reads as quiet and sophisticated. It shines in editorial layouts and neutral backgrounds. Match it with gray accents when the design calls for energy over calm. Against dark backgrounds it stays legible (6.35:1), but avoid it as text on white.

Gull color codes

HEX
#918C8F
RGB
rgb(145, 140, 143)
RGBA
rgba(145, 140, 143, 1)
HSL
hsl(324, 2%, 56%)
HSV
hsv(324, 3%, 57%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 3%, 1%, 43%)
LAB
lab(58.8 2.3 -0.9)
OKLCH
oklch(64.5% 0.007 340.5)

Color intelligence

sRGB safe

Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.

Temperature

CoolWarm

neutral, leaning warm

subtle pink undertone in this near-neutral

Nearest standard colors

  • CSS: gray#808080 · ΔE 5.9
  • RAL 7036 — Platinum grey#9A9697 · ΔE 3.5 · 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 Gull 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 Gull

Tints (lighter)

Shades (darker)

Tones (muted)

Color harmonies

Palettes built from Gull 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 3.31:1

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Aa — on black

contrast 6.35:1

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Best text color on a Gull background: #000000

Palettes featuring Gull

Gull with its complement

Soft neighbors of Gull

Gull triad

Similar colors

Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Gull is closest to Grey Area.

Gull FAQs

What color is Gull?

Gull is a medium gray with the hex code #918C8F. In HSL terms it has a hue of 324°, 2% saturation, and 56% lightness.

What is the hex code for Gull?

The hex code for Gull is #918C8F. In RGB it's rgb(145, 140, 143), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 3%, 1%, 43%).

What colors go well with Gull?

Gull pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.

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