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Charcoal

#263E45

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
263E45
RGB
38, 62, 69
HSL
194, 29%, 21%
HSB
194, 45%, 27%
CMYK
45, 10, 0, 73
LAB
24, -8, -7
LCH
24, 11, 223
OKLCH
0.35, 0.03, 218
XYZ
4, 4, 6
LUV
24, -10, -7
HWB
194, 15%, 73%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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