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Charcoal

#404A57

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
404A57
RGB
64, 74, 87
HSL
214, 15%, 30%
HSB
214, 26%, 34%
CMYK
26, 15, 0, 66
LAB
31, -2, -9
LCH
31, 9, 260
OKLCH
0.41, 0.03, 255
XYZ
6, 7, 10
LUV
31, -5, -11
HWB
214, 25%, 66%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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