Color codes click any value to copy
| Swatch | Name | HEX | RGB | HSL | OKLCH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dove Gray | #58737F | rgb(88, 115, 127) | hsl(198, 18%, 42%) | oklch(53.9% 0.037 227) | |
| Stone | #9E8A87 | rgb(158, 138, 135) | hsl(8, 11%, 57%) | oklch(65.1% 0.025 28) | |
| Dusty Blue | #8EAEC2 | rgb(142, 174, 194) | hsl(203, 30%, 66%) | oklch(73.4% 0.046 236) | |
| Sand | #C6B48B | rgb(198, 180, 139) | hsl(42, 34%, 66%) | oklch(77.5% 0.059 87) |
Why it works and how to use it
Misty Sand & Dusty Blue is a complementary color palette tagged muted, vintage, gray. Dove Gray and Sand sit nearly opposite on the color wheel, so the pairing has real energy; keep one as the accent. Neither washed out nor loud, it adapts to most contexts. Warm and cool hues are mixed, which adds depth.
With 3 chromatic colors, Dusty Blue takes the lead while the rest support. Lightness runs from 42% to 66%. Well suited to websites, presentations and branding.
- Background: Sand (#C6B48B) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Dove Gray (#58737F) on #C6B48B gives 2.47:1, so pair it with a darker neutral for body copy.
- Primary: Dusty Blue (#8EAEC2) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links with a border or a darker shade for contrast.
- Accent: Stone (#9E8A87) for highlights, badges and hover states.
No pair inside the palette reaches 4.5:1, so add black or white for body text.
Preview on a real UI see how the palette feels in context
Design faster with Misty Sand & Dusty Blue
A palette preview that turns four colors into a page, so you can judge hierarchy, contrast and mood before you commit.
Primary action SecondaryColor blindness simulation
Color-blind check: all four colors stay distinguishable under protanopia, deuteranopia and tritanopia.
Palette card

Contrast check WCAG ratios between palette colors
| Pair | Sample | Ratio | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
#58737F on #C6B48B | Aa | 2.47:1 | Fail |
#58737F on #8EAEC2 | Aa | 2.15:1 | Fail |
#9E8A87 on #C6B48B | Aa | 1.6:1 | Fail |
#58737F on #9E8A87 | Aa | 1.54:1 | Fail |
#9E8A87 on #8EAEC2 | Aa | 1.4:1 | Fail |
#8EAEC2 on #C6B48B | Aa | 1.15:1 | Fail |