Isolation
Also known as: Asphalt Blue , Abbey , Deep Night , Poppy Seed
Isolation brings a balanced and versatile feel to a palette. This rich gray suits editorial layouts and neutral backgrounds. For contrast, pair it with a gray from its complementary palette below. On white it reads clearly at 8.48:1 contrast, safe for body text under WCAG AA.
Reference
Isolation color codes
- HEX
- #494D55
- RGB
- rgb(73, 77, 85)
- RGBA
- rgba(73, 77, 85, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(220, 8%, 31%)
- HSV
- hsv(220, 14%, 33%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(14%, 9%, 0%, 67%)
- LAB
- lab(32.6 -0.3 -5.3)
- OKLCH
- oklch(42.0% 0.014 264.4)
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 cool
subtle blue 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 11.2
- RAL 7024: Graphite grey #474A50 · ΔE 1.5 · 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 Isolation 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 Isolation
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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 Isolation 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 8.48:1
AA pass AAA pass AA large pass
Aa on black
contrast 2.48:1
AA fail AAA fail AA large fail
Best text color on a Isolation background: #ffffff
Palettes
Palettes featuring Isolation
Isolation with its complement
Soft neighbors of Isolation
Isolation triad
Explore
Similar colors
- Tuna #46494E · ΔE 2.1
- Witchcraft #474C50 · ΔE 2.7
- Dark Crypt #3F4551 · ΔE 3.5
- Abyssal #404C57 · ΔE 3.7
- Stargazing #414549 · ΔE 3.7
- Magnet #525054 · ΔE 3.9
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Isolation is closest to Masala .
FAQ
Isolation FAQs
What color is Isolation?
Isolation is a dark gray with the hex code #494D55. In HSL terms it has a hue of 220°, 8% saturation, and 31% lightness.
What is the hex code for Isolation?
The hex code for Isolation is #494D55. In RGB it's rgb(73, 77, 85), and in CMYK it's cmyk(14%, 9%, 0%, 67%).
What colors go well with Isolation?
Isolation pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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