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Charcoal

#404E55

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
404E55
RGB
64, 78, 85
HSL
200, 14%, 29%
HSB
200, 25%, 33%
CMYK
25, 8, 0, 67
LAB
32, -4, -6
LCH
32, 8, 234
OKLCH
0.41, 0.02, 230
XYZ
6, 7, 10
LUV
32, -7, -7
HWB
200, 25%, 67%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

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