Nirvana
Also known as: Metamorphosis, Cut Heather, Out of Plumb, Romantic Holiday
With its neutral undertone, Nirvana (#A2919B) comes across as quiet and sophisticated. Designers reach for it in architecture and editorial layouts. Because it leans neutral, balancing it with a gray keeps a palette from feeling one-note. For accessible text, use it on black or near-black backgrounds (7.06:1, passes WCAG AA) rather than white.
Nirvana color codes
- HEX
- #A2919B
- RGB
- rgb(162, 145, 155)
- RGBA
- rgba(162, 145, 155, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(325, 8%, 60%)
- HSV
- hsv(325, 10%, 64%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 10%, 4%, 36%)
- LAB
- lab(61.9 7.9 -2.9)
- OKLCH
- oklch(67.5% 0.025 341.6)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning warm
subtle pink undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: rosybrown#BC8F8F · ΔE 9.8
- RAL 4009 — Pastel violet#A38995 · ΔE 3.9 · 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 Nirvana 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 Nirvana
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Nirvana 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 2.97:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Aa — on black
contrast 7.06:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Best text color on a Nirvana background: #000000
Palettes featuring Nirvana
Nirvana with its complement
Soft neighbors of Nirvana
Nirvana triad
Similar colors
- Walkway#A3999C · ΔE 5.0
- Cortex#A99592 · ΔE 6.2
- Foggy Plum#B7A5AD · ΔE 6.2
- Zinc#92898A · ΔE 6.7
- Gull#918C8F · ΔE 7.0
- Machinery#9999AA · ΔE 7.8
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Nirvana is closest to Aloe Tip.
Nirvana FAQs
What color is Nirvana?
Nirvana is a medium gray with the hex code #A2919B. In HSL terms it has a hue of 325°, 8% saturation, and 60% lightness.
What is the hex code for Nirvana?
The hex code for Nirvana is #A2919B. In RGB it's rgb(162, 145, 155), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 10%, 4%, 36%).
What colors go well with Nirvana?
Nirvana pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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