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Charcoal

#1C3533

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
1C3533
RGB
28, 53, 51
HSL
175, 31%, 16%
HSB
175, 47%, 21%
CMYK
47, 0, 4, 79
LAB
20, -11, -2
LCH
20, 11, 190
OKLCH
0.31, 0.03, 189
XYZ
2, 3, 4
LUV
20, -10, -1
HWB
175, 11%, 79%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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