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Charcoal

#405C62

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
405C62
RGB
64, 92, 98
HSL
191, 21%, 32%
HSB
191, 35%, 38%
CMYK
35, 6, 0, 62
LAB
37, -10, -7
LCH
37, 12, 216
OKLCH
0.45, 0.03, 212
XYZ
8, 10, 13
LUV
37, -13, -8
HWB
191, 25%, 62%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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