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Charcoal

#243A45

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
243A45
RGB
36, 58, 69
HSL
200, 31%, 21%
HSB
200, 48%, 27%
CMYK
48, 16, 0, 73
LAB
23, -6, -10
LCH
23, 12, 237
OKLCH
0.33, 0.03, 231
XYZ
3, 4, 6
LUV
23, -9, -10
HWB
200, 14%, 73%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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