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Charcoal

#394D50

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
394D50
RGB
57, 77, 80
HSL
188, 17%, 27%
HSB
188, 29%, 31%
CMYK
29, 4, 0, 69
LAB
31, -7, -4
LCH
31, 9, 211
OKLCH
0.40, 0.03, 208
XYZ
6, 7, 9
LUV
31, -10, -4
HWB
188, 22%, 69%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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