IN THE GRAY ZONE

The gray zone, or, as the British would write, the “grey zone,” is a vast color range between white and black; in general terms, theoretically, a perfect, pure-gray mix would consist of equal portions of white and black. In practice, though, gray is one of the most wide-ranging of colors, from light tints that resemble dusty whites and almost seem to float away to sturdy shades that are as elegant as they are hard-working on painted walls, in fabric designs (think suit, uniforms, and formal wear), and in graphic design.