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Charcoal

#394A52

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
394A52
RGB
57, 74, 82
HSL
199, 18%, 27%
HSB
199, 30%, 32%
CMYK
30, 10, 0, 68
LAB
30, -5, -7
LCH
30, 9, 233
OKLCH
0.40, 0.03, 228
XYZ
6, 6, 9
LUV
30, -8, -8
HWB
199, 22%, 68%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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