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Charcoal

#2B394C

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
2B394C
RGB
43, 57, 76
HSL
215, 28%, 23%
HSB
215, 43%, 30%
CMYK
43, 25, 0, 70
LAB
23, -2, -14
LCH
23, 14, 263
OKLCH
0.34, 0.04, 256
XYZ
4, 4, 7
LUV
23, -7, -15
HWB
215, 17%, 70%
Pantone
534 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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