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Espresso

#3C261E

A deep, muted espresso — 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
3C261E
RGB
60, 38, 30
HSL
16, 33%, 18%
HSB
16, 50%, 24%
CMYK
0, 37, 50, 76
LAB
18, 10, 10
LCH
18, 14, 45
OKLCH
0.29, 0.04, 41
XYZ
3, 2, 2
LUV
18, 13, 7
HWB
16, 12%, 76%
Pantone
Black C

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