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Charcoal

#0C536D

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

Psychology

Blue is the world's most-preferred color across age, gender, and culture. It lowers heart rate, conveys stability and trust, and reads as professional almost regardless of context.

Meaning

Trust, authority, and depth — which is why it anchors finance, healthcare, government, and big-tech logos. Lighter blues feel airy and aspirational; navy and midnight feel established.

Applications

Foundational for SaaS, fintech, and enterprise interfaces. Mix with warm accents to avoid the corporate-blue trap of looking like every competitor.

Conversion

HEX

0C536D

RGB

12, 83, 109

HSL

196, 80%, 24%

HSB

196, 89%, 43%

CMYK

89, 24, 0, 57

LAB

32, -14, -21

LCH

32, 25, 237

OKLCH

0.41, 0.08, 229

XYZ

6, 7, 16

LUV

32, -21, -26

HWB

196, 5%, 57%

Pantone

316 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Shades & tints

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