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Charcoal

#33515A

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
33515A
RGB
51, 81, 90
HSL
194, 28%, 28%
HSB
194, 43%, 35%
CMYK
43, 10, 0, 65
LAB
32, -10, -9
LCH
32, 13, 223
OKLCH
0.42, 0.04, 219
XYZ
6, 7, 11
LUV
32, -13, -10
HWB
194, 20%, 65%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

Analogous
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Triadic
Tetradic
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Shades & tints

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