#D9D9D9 color code insights

All the conversions, harmonies, and accessibility checks you need to design with confidence.

RGB:rgb(217, 217, 217)

HSL:hsl(0, 0%, 85%)

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HEX

#D9D9D9

RGB

217, 217, 217

HSL

0°, 0%, 85%

HSV

0°, 0%, 85%

CMYK

0%, 0%, 0%, 15%

Color Conversion

Generate values across multiple color models in one place.

HEX

#D9D9D9

≈ Steel Blue

Tints & shades

Explore how #D9D9D9 behaves when you mix it with white or black. These swatches are perfect for hover states, shadows, and backgrounds.

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Shades

0–100%

0%#D9D9D9

10%#C3C3C3

20%#ADADAD

30%#989898

40%#828282

50%#6C6C6C

60%#575757

70%#414141

80%#2B2B2B

90%#161616

100%#000000

Tints

0–100%

0%#D9D9D9

10%#DDDDDD

20%#E0E0E0

30%#E4E4E4

40%#E8E8E8

50%#ECECEC

60%#F0F0F0

70%#F4F4F4

80%#F7F7F7

90%#FBFBFB

100%#FFFFFF

Color harmonies

Build balanced palettes instantly with harmonies generated from #D9D9D9.

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Complementary

Opposite hues that create impact and bold contrast.

#D9D9D9

Analogous

Neighboring hues for natural, fluid gradients.

#D9D9D9

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues for playful balance.

#D9D9D9

Tetradic

Two complementary pairs that deliver rich variety.

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Monochromatic

Lighter and darker siblings inside the same hue family.

Accessibility contrast

Check how readable #D9D9D9 is with common text colors so every visitor enjoys a clear experience.

Use AA as the baseline for body copy and AAA for premium accessibility.

Sample text on black text

Text color#000000

Background#D9D9D9

Contrast ratio14.88:1

WCAG levelAAA

Sample text on white text

Text color#FFFFFF

Background#D9D9D9

Contrast ratio1.41:1

WCAG levelFail

Recommended text preview

Text color#000000

Background#D9D9D9

Contrast ratio14.88:1

WCAG levelAAA

Technical Formats

Unlock pro color spaces like XYZ, LAB, CMYK variants, and export-ready profiles.

Practical Formats

Get print simulations, LED mappings, and developer-ready byte orders.

Color Analysis

Dive into spectral data, dominance reports, and advanced analytics.

Blindness Simulator

Preview how #D9D9D9 appears across common color-vision deficiencies.

Creative Aspects

Explore seasonal associations, emotional cues, and natural occurrences.

Design guidance

Balance

Treat #D9D9D9 as a highlight. Pair it with neutrals and one supporting hue to avoid visual overload.

Contrast

Test combinations with real content. Higher contrast improves scanning, readability, and conversions.

Harmony

Use lighter tints for surfaces, the base color for primaries, and darker shades for hover or pressed states.

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