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Charcoal

#44525B

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
44525B
RGB
68, 82, 91
HSL
203, 14%, 31%
HSB
203, 25%, 36%
CMYK
25, 10, 0, 64
LAB
34, -4, -7
LCH
34, 8, 241
OKLCH
0.43, 0.02, 236
XYZ
7, 8, 11
LUV
34, -7, -9
HWB
203, 27%, 64%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

Analogous
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Tetradic
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Shades & tints

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