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Charcoal

#253137

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
253137
RGB
37, 49, 55
HSL
200, 20%, 18%
HSB
200, 33%, 22%
CMYK
33, 11, 0, 78
LAB
19, -4, -6
LCH
19, 7, 235
OKLCH
0.30, 0.02, 230
XYZ
3, 3, 4
LUV
19, -5, -5
HWB
200, 15%, 78%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

Analogous
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Triadic
Tetradic
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Shades & tints

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