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Charcoal

#424E5D

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
424E5D
RGB
66, 78, 93
HSL
213, 17%, 31%
HSB
213, 29%, 36%
CMYK
29, 16, 0, 64
LAB
33, -2, -11
LCH
33, 11, 259
OKLCH
0.42, 0.03, 254
XYZ
7, 7, 11
LUV
33, -6, -13
HWB
213, 26%, 64%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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