Metallic
Also known as: Skyline Steel , Icicles , Krypton , Grey Frost
Metallic brings a quiet and sophisticated feel to a palette. This soft gray suits architecture and editorial layouts. Its complement lands in gray territory, which makes for striking two-color pairings. Accessibility-wise, it needs a dark backdrop: 11.77:1 on black clears AA.
Reference
Metallic color codes
- HEX
- #BCC3C7
- RGB
- rgb(188, 195, 199)
- RGBA
- rgba(188, 195, 199, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(202, 9%, 76%)
- HSV
- hsv(202, 6%, 78%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(6%, 2%, 0%, 22%)
- LAB
- lab(78.3 -1.9 -2.9)
- OKLCH
- oklch(81.3% 0.010 232.4)
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: silver #C0C0C0 · ΔE 3.5
- RAL 7047: Telegrey 4 #CFD0CF · ΔE 4.8 · 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 Metallic works
- Web & UI: Use it decoratively for dividers, chart series, and 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: a 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
Variations
Tints, shades, and tones of Metallic
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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 Metallic 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 1.78:1
AA fail AAA fail AA large fail
Aa on black
contrast 11.77:1
AA pass AAA pass AA large pass
Best text color on a Metallic background: #000000
Palettes
Palettes featuring Metallic
Metallic with its complement
Soft neighbors of Metallic
Metallic triad
Explore
Similar colors
- Foil #C0C3C4 · ΔE 2.1
- Microchip #BABCC0 · ΔE 2.9
- Icebreaker #B7C2CC · ΔE 2.9
- Stormy #B0BCC3 · ΔE 3.0
- Waxwing #C0C2C0 · ΔE 3.5
- Silver #C0C0C0 · ΔE 3.5
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Metallic is closest to Dim .
FAQ
Metallic FAQs
What color is Metallic?
Metallic is a light gray with the hex code #BCC3C7. In HSL terms it has a hue of 202°, 9% saturation, and 76% lightness.
What is the hex code for Metallic?
The hex code for Metallic is #BCC3C7. In RGB it's rgb(188, 195, 199), and in CMYK it's cmyk(6%, 2%, 0%, 22%).
What colors go well with Metallic?
Metallic pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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