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Charcoal

#394F56

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
394F56
RGB
57, 79, 86
HSL
194, 20%, 28%
HSB
194, 34%, 34%
CMYK
34, 8, 0, 66
LAB
32, -7, -7
LCH
32, 10, 224
OKLCH
0.41, 0.03, 219
XYZ
6, 7, 10
LUV
32, -10, -8
HWB
194, 22%, 66%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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