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Charcoal

#3A4E60

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
3A4E60
RGB
58, 78, 96
HSL
208, 25%, 30%
HSB
208, 40%, 38%
CMYK
40, 19, 0, 62
LAB
32, -4, -13
LCH
32, 14, 253
OKLCH
0.41, 0.04, 246
XYZ
7, 7, 12
LUV
32, -10, -16
HWB
208, 23%, 62%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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