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Charcoal

#3C4E56

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
3C4E56
RGB
60, 78, 86
HSL
198, 18%, 29%
HSB
198, 30%, 34%
CMYK
30, 9, 0, 66
LAB
32, -6, -7
LCH
32, 9, 232
OKLCH
0.41, 0.03, 227
XYZ
6, 7, 10
LUV
32, -9, -8
HWB
198, 24%, 66%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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