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Charcoal

#3E595F

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
3E595F
RGB
62, 89, 95
HSL
191, 21%, 31%
HSB
191, 35%, 37%
CMYK
35, 6, 0, 63
LAB
36, -9, -7
LCH
36, 12, 217
OKLCH
0.44, 0.03, 213
XYZ
8, 9, 12
LUV
36, -13, -8
HWB
191, 24%, 63%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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