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Charcoal

#3E504D

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
3E504D
RGB
62, 80, 77
HSL
170, 13%, 28%
HSB
170, 22%, 31%
CMYK
22, 0, 4, 69
LAB
32, -8, -1
LCH
32, 8, 185
OKLCH
0.41, 0.02, 184
XYZ
6, 7, 8
LUV
32, -9, 0
HWB
170, 24%, 69%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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