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Charcoal

#434B5D

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
434B5D
RGB
67, 75, 93
HSL
222, 16%, 31%
HSB
222, 28%, 36%
CMYK
28, 19, 0, 64
LAB
32, 0, -12
LCH
32, 12, 271
OKLCH
0.41, 0.03, 266
XYZ
7, 7, 11
LUV
32, -5, -15
HWB
222, 26%, 64%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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