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Charcoal

#33394A

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
33394A
RGB
51, 57, 74
HSL
224, 18%, 25%
HSB
224, 31%, 29%
CMYK
31, 23, 0, 71
LAB
24, 1, -11
LCH
24, 11, 274
OKLCH
0.35, 0.03, 270
XYZ
4, 4, 7
LUV
24, -3, -13
HWB
224, 20%, 71%
Pantone
534 C

Harmonies

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