Rampart
Also known as: Xiao Long Bao Dumpling , Soft Beige , Clear Concrete , Silver Dollar
As a soft take on gray, Rampart carries balanced and versatile energy that suits editorial layouts and neutral backgrounds. 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 (10.55:1, passes WCAG AA) rather than white.
Reference
Rampart color codes
- HEX
- #BCB7B1
- RGB
- rgb(188, 183, 177)
- RGBA
- rgba(188, 183, 177, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(33, 8%, 72%)
- HSV
- hsv(33, 6%, 74%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 3%, 6%, 26%)
- LAB
- lab(74.7 1.0 3.7)
- OKLCH
- oklch(78.2% 0.010 72.6)
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 warm
subtle orange 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 4.1
- RAL 7044: Silk grey #BDBDB2 · ΔE 4.2 · 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 Rampart 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 Rampart
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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 Rampart 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 1.99:1
AA fail AAA fail AA large fail
Aa on black
contrast 10.55:1
AA pass AAA pass AA large pass
Best text color on a Rampart background: #000000
Palettes
Palettes featuring Rampart
Rampart with its complement
Soft neighbors of Rampart
Rampart triad
Explore
Similar colors
- Mercurial #B6B0A9 · ΔE 2.0
- Moonbeam #C2B8AE · ΔE 2.6
- Silverplate #C2C0BA · ΔE 2.7
- Dove #B3ADA7 · ΔE 2.8
- Dim #C8C2BE · ΔE 3.3
- Zen Pebble #BAB8AD · ΔE 3.3
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Rampart is closest to Microchip .
FAQ
Rampart FAQs
What color is Rampart?
Rampart is a light gray with the hex code #BCB7B1. In HSL terms it has a hue of 33°, 8% saturation, and 72% lightness.
What is the hex code for Rampart?
The hex code for Rampart is #BCB7B1. In RGB it's rgb(188, 183, 177), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 3%, 6%, 26%).
What colors go well with Rampart?
Rampart pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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