Metallic
Also known as: Skyline Steel, Icicles, Krypton, Grey Frost
Metallic brings a quiet and sophisticated feel to any palette. This soft gray is a natural fit for 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.
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)
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: 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 — 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 Metallic
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
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
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 1.78:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Aa — on black
contrast 11.77:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Best text color on a Metallic background: #000000
Palettes featuring Metallic
Metallic with its complement
Soft neighbors of Metallic
Metallic triad
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.
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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