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Charcoal

#383D52

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
383D52
RGB
56, 61, 82
HSL
228, 19%, 27%
HSB
228, 32%, 32%
CMYK
32, 26, 0, 68
LAB
26, 2, -14
LCH
26, 14, 279
OKLCH
0.36, 0.04, 274
XYZ
5, 5, 9
LUV
26, -3, -16
HWB
228, 22%, 68%
Pantone
534 C

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