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Charcoal

#203C3C

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
203C3C
RGB
32, 60, 60
HSL
180, 30%, 18%
HSB
180, 47%, 24%
CMYK
47, 0, 0, 76
LAB
23, -11, -4
LCH
23, 12, 198
OKLCH
0.33, 0.03, 196
XYZ
3, 4, 5
LUV
23, -11, -2
HWB
180, 13%, 76%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Tetradic
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Shades & tints

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