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Charcoal

#243C44

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
243C44
RGB
36, 60, 68
HSL
195, 31%, 20%
HSB
195, 47%, 27%
CMYK
47, 12, 0, 73
LAB
24, -8, -8
LCH
24, 11, 226
OKLCH
0.34, 0.03, 221
XYZ
3, 4, 6
LUV
24, -10, -8
HWB
195, 14%, 73%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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