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Espresso

#2E202C

A deep, muted espresso — 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
2E202C
RGB
46, 32, 44
HSL
309, 18%, 15%
HSB
309, 30%, 18%
CMYK
0, 30, 4, 82
LAB
14, 9, -5
LCH
14, 10, 329
OKLCH
0.27, 0.03, 331
XYZ
2, 2, 3
LUV
14, 6, -6
HWB
309, 13%, 82%
Pantone
Black C

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