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Charcoal

#3E475D

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
3E475D
RGB
62, 71, 93
HSL
223, 20%, 30%
HSB
223, 33%, 36%
CMYK
33, 24, 0, 64
LAB
30, 1, -14
LCH
30, 14, 273
OKLCH
0.40, 0.04, 267
XYZ
6, 6, 11
LUV
30, -5, -18
HWB
223, 24%, 64%
Pantone
534 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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