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Charcoal

#2E504F

A balanced, 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
2E504F
RGB
46, 80, 79
HSL
178, 27%, 25%
HSB
178, 43%, 31%
CMYK
42, 0, 1, 69
LAB
31, -13, -4
LCH
31, 14, 195
OKLCH
0.41, 0.04, 193
XYZ
5, 7, 8
LUV
31, -15, -2
HWB
178, 18%, 69%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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