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Charcoal

#424B5F

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
424B5F
RGB
66, 75, 95
HSL
221, 18%, 32%
HSB
221, 31%, 37%
CMYK
31, 21, 0, 63
LAB
32, 0, -13
LCH
32, 13, 271
OKLCH
0.41, 0.04, 266
XYZ
7, 7, 12
LUV
32, -5, -17
HWB
221, 26%, 63%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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