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Charcoal

#3E4E4B

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
3E4E4B
RGB
62, 78, 75
HSL
169, 11%, 27%
HSB
169, 21%, 31%
CMYK
21, 0, 4, 69
LAB
32, -7, 0
LCH
32, 7, 183
OKLCH
0.41, 0.02, 183
XYZ
6, 7, 8
LUV
32, -8, 1
HWB
169, 24%, 69%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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