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Charcoal

#052726

A deep, muted charcoal — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

Psychology

Gray is the connective tissue of interface design — neutral, balanced, and quiet. It supports without competing.

Meaning

Sophistication, neutrality, and restraint. Warm grays feel inviting; cool grays feel modern and technical.

Applications

Essential for backgrounds, borders, dividers, and secondary text in product UIs. Build a 9–11 step gray ramp early in any design system.

Conversion

HEX
052726
RGB
5, 39, 38
HSL
178, 77%, 9%
HSB
178, 87%, 15%
CMYK
87, 0, 3, 85
LAB
13, -13, -3
LCH
13, 13, 194
OKLCH
0.25, 0.04, 192
XYZ
1, 2, 2
LUV
13, -9, -1
HWB
178, 2%, 85%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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