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Charcoal

#3B3E4E

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
3B3E4E
RGB
59, 62, 78
HSL
231, 14%, 27%
HSB
231, 24%, 31%
CMYK
24, 21, 0, 69
LAB
26, 2, -10
LCH
26, 10, 280
OKLCH
0.37, 0.03, 277
XYZ
5, 5, 8
LUV
26, -2, -12
HWB
231, 23%, 69%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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