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Charcoal

#2B343D

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
2B343D
RGB
43, 52, 61
HSL
210, 17%, 20%
HSB
210, 30%, 24%
CMYK
30, 15, 0, 76
LAB
21, -2, -7
LCH
21, 7, 254
OKLCH
0.32, 0.02, 248
XYZ
3, 3, 5
LUV
21, -4, -7
HWB
210, 17%, 76%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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