Stonewash
Also known as: Country Blue , Tempest , Infinity and Beyond , Searching Blue
Stonewash sits on the cool side of the spectrum: a gentle blue that feels steady and dependable. Try it in corporate branding and SaaS products. For contrast, pair it with a brown from its complementary palette below. For accessible text, use it on black or near-black backgrounds (5.35:1, passes WCAG AA) rather than white.
Reference
Stonewash color codes
- HEX
- #74819A
- RGB
- rgb(116, 129, 154)
- RGBA
- rgba(116, 129, 154, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(219, 16%, 53%)
- HSV
- hsv(219, 25%, 60%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(25%, 16%, 0%, 40%)
- LAB
- lab(53.6 -0.6 -15.2)
- OKLCH
- oklch(60.2% 0.041 263.5)
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 cool
subtle blue 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: slategray #708090 · ΔE 4.8
- RAL 5014: Pigeon blue #6C7C98 · ΔE 2.4 · 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 Stonewash works
- Web & UI: A supporting-cast color for UI: chart fills, tags, and empty-state illustrations, but not text.
- Interiors: Soft and low-saturation: a candidate for full walls, where vivid colors overwhelm.
- Fashion: A wardrobe neutral: it anchors outfits and pairs with nearly any accent color.
- Branding: Sits in the trust register: a natural primary for finance, health, and B2B brands.
- Interiors: Strong for a whole room, excellent in doses: an accent wall, cabinetry, or a statement chair.
- Fashion: Wears best as the statement piece, a top, scarf, or shoes, against neutral basics.
Copy as: every ecosystem
Variations
Tints, shades, and tones of Stonewash
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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 Stonewash 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 3.93:1
AA fail AAA fail AA large pass
Aa on black
contrast 5.35:1
AA pass AAA fail AA large pass
Best text color on a Stonewash background: #000000
Palettes
Palettes featuring Stonewash
Stonewash with its complement
Soft neighbors of Stonewash
Stonewash triad
Explore
Similar colors
- Tempest #79839B · ΔE 1.5
- Bay View #6A819E · ΔE 3.4
- Sea Lion #7F8793 · ΔE 5.7
- Kimono #6D86B6 · ΔE 6.6
- Nocturnal #767D86 · ΔE 6.8
- Silverfish #8D95AA · ΔE 7.6
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Stonewash is closest to Home Brew .
FAQ
Stonewash FAQs
What color is Stonewash?
Stonewash is a medium blue with the hex code #74819A. In HSL terms it has a hue of 219°, 16% saturation, and 53% lightness.
What is the hex code for Stonewash?
The hex code for Stonewash is #74819A. In RGB it's rgb(116, 129, 154), and in CMYK it's cmyk(25%, 16%, 0%, 40%).
What colors go well with Stonewash?
Stonewash pairs naturally with brown tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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