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Charcoal

#424E59

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
424E59
RGB
66, 78, 89
HSL
209, 15%, 30%
HSB
209, 26%, 35%
CMYK
26, 12, 0, 65
LAB
32, -3, -8
LCH
32, 9, 251
OKLCH
0.42, 0.02, 246
XYZ
7, 7, 11
LUV
32, -6, -10
HWB
209, 26%, 65%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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