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Charcoal

#3E4259

A deep, 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
3E4259
RGB
62, 66, 89
HSL
231, 18%, 30%
HSB
231, 30%, 35%
CMYK
30, 26, 0, 65
LAB
28, 3, -14
LCH
28, 15, 281
OKLCH
0.39, 0.04, 277
XYZ
6, 6, 10
LUV
28, -3, -18
HWB
231, 24%, 65%
Pantone
534 C

Harmonies

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