Phantom
Also known as: Winter Could Grey, Pike Lake, Ocean Swell, Rhinoceros
As a medium take on gray, Phantom carries balanced and versatile energy that suits architecture and editorial layouts. Set it against a gray accent when you want the combination to pop. Against dark backgrounds it stays legible (4.68:1), but avoid it as text on white.
Phantom color codes
- HEX
- #6E797B
- RGB
- rgb(110, 121, 123)
- RGBA
- rgba(110, 121, 123, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(189, 6%, 46%)
- HSV
- hsv(189, 11%, 48%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(11%, 2%, 0%, 52%)
- LAB
- lab(50.0 -3.9 -2.6)
- OKLCH
- oklch(56.8% 0.014 209.8)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning cool
subtle cyan undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: gray#808080 · ΔE 6.4
- RAL 7005 — Mouse grey#6B716F · ΔE 4.0 · 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 Phantom works
- Web & UI: Use it decoratively — dividers, chart series, illustration accents — and let neutrals carry the type.
- Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land — front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
- 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.
- Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.
- Branding: Best in a brand's supporting palette — packaging interiors, patterns, campaign accents.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Phantom
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Phantom 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 4.48:1
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Aa — on black
contrast 4.68:1
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Best text color on a Phantom background: #000000
Palettes featuring Phantom
Phantom with its complement
Soft neighbors of Phantom
Phantom triad
Similar colors
- Blue Blood#6B7F81 · ΔE 3.9
- Batman#656E72 · ΔE 4.5
- Whale#7C8181 · ΔE 4.5
- Catfish#657D82 · ΔE 4.6
- Lucky Grey#777777 · ΔE 5.3
- Nocturnal#767D86 · ΔE 5.3
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Phantom is closest to Empress.
Phantom FAQs
What color is Phantom?
Phantom is a medium gray with the hex code #6E797B. In HSL terms it has a hue of 189°, 6% saturation, and 46% lightness.
What is the hex code for Phantom?
The hex code for Phantom is #6E797B. In RGB it's rgb(110, 121, 123), and in CMYK it's cmyk(11%, 2%, 0%, 52%).
What colors go well with Phantom?
Phantom pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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