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Charcoal

#3F495B

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
3F495B
RGB
63, 73, 91
HSL
219, 18%, 30%
HSB
219, 31%, 36%
CMYK
31, 20, 0, 64
LAB
31, -1, -12
LCH
31, 12, 267
OKLCH
0.40, 0.03, 262
XYZ
6, 7, 11
LUV
31, -6, -15
HWB
219, 25%, 64%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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