Magnetic

Also known as: Fitzgerald Smoke, Church Mouse, Fynbos Leaf, Chelsea Grey

With its neutral undertone, Magnetic (#B2B5AF) comes across as quiet and sophisticated. Designers reach for it in minimal interfaces and architecture. Reach for a gray companion shade to give Magnetic maximum contrast. For accessible text, use it on black or near-black backgrounds (10.12:1, passes WCAG AA) rather than white.

Magnetic color codes

HEX
#B2B5AF
RGB
rgb(178, 181, 175)
RGBA
rgba(178, 181, 175, 1)
HSL
hsl(90, 4%, 70%)
HSV
hsv(90, 3%, 71%)
CMYK
cmyk(2%, 0%, 3%, 29%)
LAB
lab(73.3 -1.9 2.7)
OKLCH
oklch(76.9% 0.009 128.6)

Color intelligence

sRGB safe

Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.

Temperature

CoolWarm

neutral, leaning warm

subtle green undertone in this near-neutral

Nearest standard colors

  • CSS: darkgray#A9A9A9 · ΔE 4.9
  • RAL 7038 — Agate grey#B4B8B0 · ΔE 1.3 · 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 Magnetic 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 Magnetic

Tints (lighter)

Shades (darker)

Tones (muted)

Color harmonies

Palettes built from Magnetic 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 2.07:1

AA failAAA failAA large fail

Aa — on black

contrast 10.12:1

AA passAAA passAA large pass

Best text color on a Magnetic background: #000000

Palettes featuring Magnetic

Magnetic with its complement

Soft neighbors of Magnetic

Magnetic triad

Similar colors

Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Magnetic is closest to Ghost.

Magnetic FAQs

What color is Magnetic?

Magnetic is a medium gray with the hex code #B2B5AF. In HSL terms it has a hue of 90°, 4% saturation, and 70% lightness.

What is the hex code for Magnetic?

The hex code for Magnetic is #B2B5AF. In RGB it's rgb(178, 181, 175), and in CMYK it's cmyk(2%, 0%, 3%, 29%).

What colors go well with Magnetic?

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

Got a photo with a color like this? Identify it with the analyzer — free, instant, private.