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Espresso

#311C12

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
311C12
RGB
49, 28, 18
HSL
19, 46%, 13%
HSB
19, 63%, 19%
CMYK
0, 43, 63, 81
LAB
13, 10, 11
LCH
13, 15, 49
OKLCH
0.25, 0.04, 46
XYZ
2, 2, 1
LUV
13, 11, 7
HWB
19, 7%, 81%
Pantone
Black C

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