Smokescreen
Also known as: Thunderstruck , Lahar , Wolf’s Fur , Bark
Smokescreen holds a rich position in the gray range and reads as quiet and sophisticated. You'll see it used for architecture and editorial layouts. A gray counterpart from the complementary harmony gives it the most tension. On white it reads clearly at 7.07:1 contrast, safe for body text under WCAG AA.
Reference
Smokescreen color codes
- HEX
- #5E5755
- RGB
- rgb(94, 87, 85)
- RGBA
- rgba(94, 87, 85, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(13, 5%, 35%)
- HSV
- hsv(13, 10%, 37%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 7%, 10%, 63%)
- LAB
- lab(37.6 2.6 2.2)
- OKLCH
- oklch(46.3% 0.010 36.5)
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 red 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: dimgray #696969 · ΔE 7.2
- RAL 7015: Slate grey #51565C · ΔE 7.4 · 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 Smokescreen works
- Web & UI: Use it directly for text on light surfaces; it clears AA contrast without adjustment.
- 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.
- Web & UI: Use it decoratively for dividers, chart series, and illustration accents, and let neutrals carry the type.
- Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.
Copy as: every ecosystem
Variations
Tints, shades, and tones of Smokescreen
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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 Smokescreen 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 7.07:1
AA pass AAA pass AA large pass
Aa on black
contrast 2.97:1
AA fail AAA fail AA large fail
Best text color on a Smokescreen background: #ffffff
Palettes
Palettes featuring Smokescreen
Smokescreen with its complement
Soft neighbors of Smokescreen
Smokescreen triad
Explore
Similar colors
- Bark #5F5854 · ΔE 1.3
- Caveman #625C58 · ΔE 2.2
- Metropolis #61584F · ΔE 3.9
- Stone Cold #555555 · ΔE 4.1
- Underground #665A51 · ΔE 4.3
- Matterhorn #524B4B · ΔE 4.3
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Smokescreen is closest to Yacht Club .
FAQ
Smokescreen FAQs
What color is Smokescreen?
Smokescreen is a dark gray with the hex code #5E5755. In HSL terms it has a hue of 13°, 5% saturation, and 35% lightness.
What is the hex code for Smokescreen?
The hex code for Smokescreen is #5E5755. In RGB it's rgb(94, 87, 85), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 7%, 10%, 63%).
What colors go well with Smokescreen?
Smokescreen pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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