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Charcoal

#255C76

A balanced, moderate charcoal — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

Psychology

Blue is the world's most-preferred color across age, gender, and culture. It lowers heart rate, conveys stability and trust, and reads as professional almost regardless of context.

Meaning

Trust, authority, and depth — which is why it anchors finance, healthcare, government, and big-tech logos. Lighter blues feel airy and aspirational; navy and midnight feel established.

Applications

Foundational for SaaS, fintech, and enterprise interfaces. Mix with warm accents to avoid the corporate-blue trap of looking like every competitor.

Conversion

HEX
255C76
RGB
37, 92, 118
HSL
199, 52%, 30%
HSB
199, 69%, 46%
CMYK
69, 22, 0, 54
LAB
36, -12, -20
LCH
36, 24, 240
OKLCH
0.45, 0.07, 232
XYZ
8, 9, 19
LUV
36, -21, -26
HWB
199, 15%, 54%
Pantone
316 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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