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Charcoal

#3E555E

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
3E555E
RGB
62, 85, 94
HSL
197, 21%, 31%
HSB
197, 34%, 37%
CMYK
34, 10, 0, 63
LAB
35, -7, -8
LCH
35, 11, 229
OKLCH
0.43, 0.03, 224
XYZ
7, 8, 12
LUV
35, -11, -9
HWB
197, 24%, 63%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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