Whale
Also known as: Game Over, Legendary Sword, Mt. Rushmore, Shutter Grey
Whale is a medium, muted gray that reads as quiet and sophisticated. It shines in neutral backgrounds and minimal interfaces. Set it against a gray accent when you want the combination to pop. For accessible text, use it on black or near-black backgrounds (5.31:1, passes WCAG AA) rather than white.
Whale color codes
- HEX
- #7C8181
- RGB
- rgb(124, 129, 129)
- RGBA
- rgba(124, 129, 129, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(180, 2%, 50%)
- HSV
- hsv(180, 4%, 51%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(4%, 0%, 0%, 49%)
- LAB
- lab(53.5 -1.9 -0.7)
- OKLCH
- oklch(59.9% 0.006 197.0)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning cool
subtle cyan undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: gray#808080 · ΔE 2.7
- RAL 7037 — Dusty grey#7C7F7E · ΔE 1.2 · 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 Whale works
- Web & UI: Use it decoratively — dividers, chart series, illustration accents — and let neutrals carry the type.
- 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.
- 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
Tints, shades, and tones of Whale
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Whale 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 3.95:1
AA failAAA failAA large pass
Aa — on black
contrast 5.31:1
AA passAAA failAA large pass
Best text color on a Whale background: #000000
Palettes featuring Whale
Whale with its complement
Soft neighbors of Whale
Whale triad
Similar colors
- Ironside#7E8082 · ΔE 2.2
- Gryphon#838585 · ΔE 2.3
- Grey#808080 · ΔE 2.7
- Monument#84898C · ΔE 3.5
- Jumbo#878785 · ΔE 3.7
- Gunsmoke#7A7C76 · ΔE 3.9
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Whale is closest to Mule.
Whale FAQs
What color is Whale?
Whale is a medium gray with the hex code #7C8181. In HSL terms it has a hue of 180°, 2% saturation, and 50% lightness.
What is the hex code for Whale?
The hex code for Whale is #7C8181. In RGB it's rgb(124, 129, 129), and in CMYK it's cmyk(4%, 0%, 0%, 49%).
What colors go well with Whale?
Whale pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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