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Charcoal

#394F53

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
394F53
RGB
57, 79, 83
HSL
189, 19%, 27%
HSB
189, 31%, 33%
CMYK
31, 5, 0, 67
LAB
32, -8, -5
LCH
32, 10, 214
OKLCH
0.41, 0.03, 210
XYZ
6, 7, 9
LUV
32, -10, -5
HWB
189, 22%, 67%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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