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Charcoal

#253436

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
253436
RGB
37, 52, 54
HSL
187, 19%, 18%
HSB
187, 31%, 21%
CMYK
31, 4, 0, 79
LAB
20, -6, -3
LCH
20, 7, 210
OKLCH
0.31, 0.02, 206
XYZ
3, 3, 4
LUV
20, -6, -3
HWB
187, 15%, 79%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

Analogous
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Triadic
Tetradic
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Shades & tints

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