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Charcoal

#16343A

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
16343A
RGB
22, 52, 58
HSL
190, 45%, 16%
HSB
190, 62%, 23%
CMYK
62, 10, 0, 77
LAB
20, -10, -7
LCH
20, 13, 216
OKLCH
0.30, 0.04, 212
XYZ
2, 3, 4
LUV
20, -11, -7
HWB
190, 9%, 77%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

Analogous
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Triadic
Tetradic
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Shades & tints

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