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Charcoal

#2A313E

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
2A313E
RGB
42, 49, 62
HSL
219, 19%, 20%
HSB
219, 32%, 24%
CMYK
32, 21, 0, 76
LAB
20, 0, -9
LCH
20, 9, 268
OKLCH
0.31, 0.03, 263
XYZ
3, 3, 5
LUV
20, -4, -10
HWB
219, 16%, 76%
Pantone
5395 C

Harmonies

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Tetradic
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Shades & tints

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