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Charcoal

#3C4E46

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
3C4E46
RGB
60, 78, 70
HSL
153, 13%, 27%
HSB
153, 23%, 31%
CMYK
23, 0, 10, 69
LAB
31, -9, 2
LCH
31, 9, 165
OKLCH
0.41, 0.03, 166
XYZ
6, 7, 7
LUV
31, -9, 4
HWB
153, 24%, 69%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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