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Charcoal

#3E4E5E

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
3E4E5E
RGB
62, 78, 94
HSL
210, 21%, 31%
HSB
210, 34%, 37%
CMYK
34, 17, 0, 63
LAB
32, -3, -12
LCH
32, 12, 254
OKLCH
0.42, 0.03, 249
XYZ
7, 7, 12
LUV
32, -8, -14
HWB
210, 24%, 63%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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