Tuxedo
Also known as: Blue Graphite, Bluish Black, Deep Galaxy, Midnight Escape
With its neutral undertone, Tuxedo (#3F3C43) comes across as quiet and sophisticated. Designers reach for it in minimal interfaces and architecture. Match it with gray accents when the design calls for energy over calm. On white it reads clearly at 10.83:1 contrast — safe for body text under WCAG AA.
Tuxedo color codes
- HEX
- #3F3C43
- RGB
- rgb(63, 60, 67)
- RGBA
- rgba(63, 60, 67, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(266, 6%, 25%)
- HSV
- hsv(266, 10%, 26%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(6%, 10%, 0%, 74%)
- LAB
- lab(25.8 2.5 -3.8)
- OKLCH
- oklch(36.2% 0.013 305.1)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning cool
subtle purple undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: dimgray#696969 · ΔE 16.1
- RAL 8019 — Grey brown#3F3A3A · ΔE 4.3 · 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 Tuxedo 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 — 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 — dividers, chart series, 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
Tints, shades, and tones of Tuxedo
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Tuxedo 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 10.83:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Aa — on black
contrast 1.94:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Best text color on a Tuxedo background: #ffffff
Palettes featuring Tuxedo
Tuxedo with its complement
Soft neighbors of Tuxedo
Tuxedo triad
Similar colors
- Jet Black#353337 · ΔE 3.6
- Vulcan#36383C · ΔE 4.3
- Eclipse#3F3939 · ΔE 4.4
- Gun Powder#484753 · ΔE 4.5
- Madonna#3F4250 · ΔE 4.7
- Dead Pixel#3B3A3A · ΔE 4.9
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Tuxedo is closest to Black Olive.
Tuxedo FAQs
What color is Tuxedo?
Tuxedo is a dark gray with the hex code #3F3C43. In HSL terms it has a hue of 266°, 6% saturation, and 25% lightness.
What is the hex code for Tuxedo?
The hex code for Tuxedo is #3F3C43. In RGB it's rgb(63, 60, 67), and in CMYK it's cmyk(6%, 10%, 0%, 74%).
What colors go well with Tuxedo?
Tuxedo pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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