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Charcoal

#3E4E5B

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
3E4E5B
RGB
62, 78, 91
HSL
207, 19%, 30%
HSB
207, 32%, 36%
CMYK
32, 14, 0, 64
LAB
32, -4, -10
LCH
32, 11, 249
OKLCH
0.42, 0.03, 243
XYZ
7, 7, 11
LUV
32, -8, -12
HWB
207, 24%, 64%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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