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Charcoal

#344940

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
344940
RGB
52, 73, 64
HSL
154, 17%, 25%
HSB
154, 29%, 29%
CMYK
29, 0, 12, 71
LAB
29, -10, 3
LCH
29, 11, 166
OKLCH
0.38, 0.03, 167
XYZ
5, 6, 6
LUV
29, -10, 5
HWB
154, 20%, 71%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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