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Charcoal

#103231

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
103231
RGB
16, 50, 49
HSL
178, 52%, 13%
HSB
178, 68%, 20%
CMYK
68, 0, 2, 80
LAB
18, -13, -3
LCH
18, 13, 194
OKLCH
0.29, 0.04, 193
XYZ
2, 3, 3
LUV
18, -11, -2
HWB
178, 6%, 80%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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