Gunsmoke
Also known as: Attitude Grey, Moon Base, Coal Miner, Coastal Storm
As a medium take on gray, Gunsmoke carries balanced and versatile energy that suits editorial layouts and neutral backgrounds. For contrast, pair it with a gray from its complementary palette below. For accessible text, use it on black or near-black backgrounds (4.97:1, passes WCAG AA) rather than white.
Gunsmoke color codes
- HEX
- #7A7C76
- RGB
- rgb(122, 124, 118)
- RGBA
- rgba(122, 124, 118, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(80, 2%, 47%)
- HSV
- hsv(80, 5%, 49%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(2%, 0%, 5%, 51%)
- LAB
- lab(51.7 -1.7 3.0)
- OKLCH
- oklch(58.3% 0.009 121.8)
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: gray#808080 · ΔE 4.3
- RAL 7037 — Dusty grey#7C7F7E · ΔE 3.0 · 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 Gunsmoke works
- Web & UI: A supporting-cast color for UI: chart fills, tags, empty-state illustrations — not text.
- Interiors: Strong for a whole room, excellent in doses: an accent wall, cabinetry, or a statement chair.
- Fashion: A wardrobe neutral: it anchors outfits and pairs with nearly any accent color.
- Branding: Craft and heritage material — coffee, leather goods, and premium packaging live here.
- Fashion: Wears best as the statement piece — a top, scarf, or shoes — against neutral basics.
- Branding: A secondary brand color by nature: it supports a stronger primary and shines in illustration.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Gunsmoke
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Gunsmoke 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 4.22:1
AA failAAA failAA large pass
Aa — on black
contrast 4.97:1
AA passAAA failAA large pass
Best text color on a Gunsmoke background: #000000
Palettes featuring Gunsmoke
Gunsmoke with its complement
Soft neighbors of Gunsmoke
Gunsmoke triad
Similar colors
- Wolf Pack#78776F · ΔE 2.5
- Concord#827F79 · ΔE 3.2
- Whale#7C8181 · ΔE 3.9
- Lucky Grey#777777 · ΔE 4.2
- Grey#808080 · ΔE 4.3
- Gryphon#838585 · ΔE 4.9
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Gunsmoke is closest to Cement Feet.
Gunsmoke FAQs
What color is Gunsmoke?
Gunsmoke is a medium gray with the hex code #7A7C76. In HSL terms it has a hue of 80°, 2% saturation, and 47% lightness.
What is the hex code for Gunsmoke?
The hex code for Gunsmoke is #7A7C76. In RGB it's rgb(122, 124, 118), and in CMYK it's cmyk(2%, 0%, 5%, 51%).
What colors go well with Gunsmoke?
Gunsmoke pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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