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Dim gray

Parameters:
HEX Triplet:
#696969
RGB:
105, 105, 105
CMYK:
0, 0, 0, 59
HSL:
0°, 0%, 41.2%
Closest colors:
in PANTONE:
PANTONE 2333
in RAL Classic:
RAL 7039
in RAL Design:
RAL 320 40 05
in RAL Effect:
RAL 870-3
in NCS:
NCS S 5502-R
What color is Dim gray? What looks best in Dim gray?
2023-08-21 Snargl 2 minutes 57 seconds
# General # Imagination # Design

What color is Dim gray?

Man with a furry face and a big furry body running down a street in a city with tall buildings
Toy robot laying on the ground with a helmet on it's head and ears on its head
Woman in a suit and tie standing in a dark alleyway at night with a city street light in the background
Woman in a green suit with headphones on her head and a black jacket on her shoulders

Dim gray is a dark shade of gray that has equal amounts of red, green, and blue in its RGB color code.

The hexadecimal code for dim gray is #696969, and RGB values is 105, 105, 105.

The CMYK code for dim gray is C:0 M:0 Y:0 K:59, which means it has no cyan, magenta, or yellow, and 59% black.

The HSL code for dim gray is H:0° S:0% L:41.2%, which means it has a hue angle of 0 degrees, no saturation, and a lightness of 41.2%.

It is a neutral color that can be used to create contrast or harmony with other colors.

Dim gray can also be seen as a desaturated or toned-down version of pure black.

This color is sometimes confused with dark gray, which is another shade of gray that has a slightly higher brightness value.

Dim gray was first used as a color name in 1987, when it was included in the X11 color names, a set of standard colors for web browsers and graphic applications.

It is also one of the colors in the Crayola crayon collection, introduced in 1998.

Dim gray is a versatile color that can be used for various purposes, such as backgrounds, text, borders, shadows, or accents.

It can be seen as a dark and dull color, or as a rich and refined color.

This color can also evoke different feelings and associations, such as calmness, seriousness, elegance, or mystery.

Example of the palette with the Dim gray color

Picture with primary colors of Dim gray, Rifle green, Medium jungle green, Onyx and Cadet grey
Top 5 color shades of the illustration. Arranged in descending order of frequency of occurrence (first - more often, last - more rare).
See these colors in NCS, PANTONE, RAL palettes...
NCS (Natural Color System)
NCS S 6500-N
NCS S 7005-G50Y
NCS S 7502-B
NCS S 9000-N
NCS S 3010-B70G
RAL Classic
RAL 7005
RAL 6014
RAL 6009
RAL 9005
RAL 7001
RAL Design
RAL 320 40 05
RAL 120 30 20
RAL 180 20 15
RAL 170 20 20
RAL 180 70 10
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What looks best in Dim gray?

Wooden bench with a light shining on it's side and a beam of wood on the floor. Example of #696969 color.
Kitten on a table in front of a window with a reflection of the cat on the table. Example of Dim gray color.
Close up of a metal object with a screw in it's center and a black background. Example of CMYK 0,0,0,59 color.
Dim gray color example: Woman with a weird hair and a weird headpiece in a forest with plants and rocks
Dim gray color example: Bunch of different colored hoodies with a zipper on them
Dim gray is a dark shade of gray that can look elegant and sophisticated when paired with the right colors.
Some possible color combinations that go well with dim gray are:
  • Yellow and dim gray: This is a statement color contrast that creates a lively and cheerful mood.
    Yellow adds a pop of brightness and warmth to the cool and neutral dim gray.
    You can use yellow as an accent color for accessories, furniture, or wall art.

  • Light gray, black, and dim gray: This is a calming and minimalist color scheme that relies on different shades of gray to create depth and interest.
    Light gray softens the harshness of black and dim gray, while black adds a touch of drama and elegance.
    You can use light gray for the walls, black for the furniture, and dim gray for the accents.

  • Rich colors and dim gray: If you want to create a sophisticated and luxurious look, you can pair dim gray with rich colors like burgundy, navy, emerald, or purple.
    These colors add a sense of richness and warmth to the dim gray, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere.
    You can use these colors for the curtains, rugs, pillows, or upholstery.

  • Light, mid, and dark grays: This is a tranquil and modern color palette that uses different tones of gray to create a harmonious and relaxing space.
    You can mix and match light, mid, and dark grays for the walls, furniture, flooring, and accessories, and add some white or silver accents for some sparkle and contrast.

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