Isolation
Also known as: Asphalt Blue, Abbey, Deep Night, Poppy Seed
Part of the gray family, Isolation pairs a rich base with a balanced and versatile presence — ideal for 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.
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)
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: 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 — 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 — dividers, chart series, 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
Tints, shades, and tones of Isolation
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
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
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 8.48:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Aa — on black
contrast 2.48:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Best text color on a Isolation background: #ffffff
Palettes featuring Isolation
Isolation with its complement
Soft neighbors of Isolation
Isolation triad
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.
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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