Jumbo
Also known as: Lunar Base, Looking Glass, Falcon Grey, Old Silver
Expect balanced and versatile associations from Jumbo — a medium gray well suited to minimal interfaces and architecture. Set it against a gray accent when you want the combination to pop. For accessible text, use it on black or near-black backgrounds (5.83:1, passes WCAG AA) rather than white.
Jumbo color codes
- HEX
- #878785
- RGB
- rgb(135, 135, 133)
- RGBA
- rgba(135, 135, 133, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(60, 1%, 53%)
- HSV
- hsv(60, 1%, 53%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 0%, 1%, 47%)
- LAB
- lab(56.3 -0.3 1.1)
- OKLCH
- oklch(62.3% 0.003 106.5)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning warm
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: gray#808080 · ΔE 2.8
- RAL 9007 — Grey aluminium#8F8F8C · ΔE 2.8 · 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 Jumbo 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 Jumbo
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Jumbo 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 3.60:1
AA failAAA failAA large pass
Aa — on black
contrast 5.83:1
AA passAAA failAA large pass
Best text color on a Jumbo background: #000000
Palettes featuring Jumbo
Jumbo with its complement
Soft neighbors of Jumbo
Jumbo triad
Similar colors
- Gryphon#838585 · ΔE 1.6
- Pedigrey#8F8E8C · ΔE 2.6
- Grey#808080 · ΔE 2.8
- Petrified#8B8680 · ΔE 3.0
- Monument#84898C · ΔE 3.4
- Ironside#7E8082 · ΔE 3.5
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Jumbo is closest to Gryphon.
Jumbo FAQs
What color is Jumbo?
Jumbo is a medium gray with the hex code #878785. In HSL terms it has a hue of 60°, 1% saturation, and 53% lightness.
What is the hex code for Jumbo?
The hex code for Jumbo is #878785. In RGB it's rgb(135, 135, 133), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 0%, 1%, 47%).
What colors go well with Jumbo?
Jumbo pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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