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Charcoal

#3D535A

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
3D535A
RGB
61, 83, 90
HSL
194, 19%, 30%
HSB
194, 32%, 35%
CMYK
32, 8, 0, 65
LAB
34, -7, -7
LCH
34, 10, 224
OKLCH
0.43, 0.03, 219
XYZ
7, 8, 11
LUV
34, -11, -8
HWB
194, 24%, 65%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Triadic
Tetradic
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Shades & tints

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