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Charcoal

#253242

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
253242
RGB
37, 50, 66
HSL
213, 28%, 20%
HSB
213, 44%, 26%
CMYK
44, 24, 0, 74
LAB
20, -2, -12
LCH
20, 12, 261
OKLCH
0.31, 0.03, 254
XYZ
3, 3, 6
LUV
20, -6, -13
HWB
213, 15%, 74%
Pantone
5395 C

Harmonies

Analogous
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Triadic
Tetradic
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Shades & tints

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