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Charcoal

#3E5D64

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
3E5D64
RGB
62, 93, 100
HSL
191, 23%, 32%
HSB
191, 38%, 39%
CMYK
38, 7, 0, 61
LAB
37, -10, -8
LCH
37, 13, 217
OKLCH
0.46, 0.04, 213
XYZ
8, 10, 14
LUV
37, -14, -9
HWB
191, 24%, 61%
Pantone
316 C

Harmonies

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