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Charcoal

#3C554F

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
3C554F
RGB
60, 85, 79
HSL
166, 17%, 28%
HSB
166, 29%, 33%
CMYK
29, 0, 7, 67
LAB
34, -11, 0
LCH
34, 11, 178
OKLCH
0.43, 0.03, 178
XYZ
7, 8, 9
LUV
34, -12, 2
HWB
166, 24%, 67%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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