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Charcoal

#425B68

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
425B68
RGB
66, 91, 104
HSL
201, 22%, 33%
HSB
201, 37%, 41%
CMYK
37, 12, 0, 59
LAB
37, -7, -11
LCH
37, 13, 237
OKLCH
0.46, 0.04, 231
XYZ
8, 10, 15
LUV
37, -12, -13
HWB
201, 26%, 59%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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Triadic
Tetradic
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Shades & tints

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