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Charcoal

#243D33

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
243D33
RGB
36, 61, 51
HSL
156, 26%, 19%
HSB
156, 41%, 24%
CMYK
41, 0, 16, 76
LAB
23, -12, 3
LCH
23, 13, 166
OKLCH
0.34, 0.04, 167
XYZ
3, 4, 4
LUV
23, -11, 5
HWB
156, 14%, 76%
Pantone
357 C

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