Phantom
Also known as: Winter Could Grey , Pike Lake , Ocean Swell , Rhinoceros
There is a balanced and versatile quality to Phantom. The muted, neutral gray at #6E797B rewards 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.
Reference
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)
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 cyan 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: 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 for dividers, chart series, and illustration accents, and let neutrals carry the type.
- Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land: a 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
Variations
Tints, shades, and tones of Phantom
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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 Phantom 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 4.48:1
AA fail AAA fail AA large pass
Aa on black
contrast 4.68:1
AA pass AAA fail AA large pass
Best text color on a Phantom background: #000000
Palettes
Palettes featuring Phantom
Phantom with its complement
Soft neighbors of Phantom
Phantom triad
Explore
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- Lucky Grey #777777 · ΔE 5.3
- Nocturnal #767D86 · ΔE 5.3
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Phantom is closest to Empress .
FAQ
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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