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Espresso

#3E2E36

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
3E2E36
RGB
62, 46, 54
HSL
330, 15%, 21%
HSB
330, 26%, 24%
CMYK
0, 26, 13, 76
LAB
21, 9, -2
LCH
21, 9, 346
OKLCH
0.32, 0.03, 347
XYZ
4, 3, 4
LUV
21, 8, -3
HWB
330, 18%, 76%
Pantone
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