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Charcoal

#3E455B

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
3E455B
RGB
62, 69, 91
HSL
226, 19%, 30%
HSB
226, 32%, 36%
CMYK
32, 24, 0, 64
LAB
29, 1, -14
LCH
29, 14, 276
OKLCH
0.39, 0.04, 271
XYZ
6, 6, 11
LUV
29, -4, -18
HWB
226, 24%, 64%
Pantone
534 C

Harmonies

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