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Charcoal

#40475C

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
40475C
RGB
64, 71, 92
HSL
225, 18%, 31%
HSB
225, 30%, 36%
CMYK
30, 23, 0, 64
LAB
30, 1, -14
LCH
30, 14, 275
OKLCH
0.40, 0.04, 270
XYZ
6, 6, 11
LUV
30, -4, -17
HWB
225, 25%, 64%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

Analogous
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Triadic
Tetradic
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Shades & tints

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