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Charcoal

#446168

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
446168
RGB
68, 97, 104
HSL
192, 21%, 34%
HSB
192, 35%, 41%
CMYK
35, 7, 0, 59
LAB
39, -10, -8
LCH
39, 12, 218
OKLCH
0.47, 0.04, 214
XYZ
9, 11, 15
LUV
39, -14, -9
HWB
192, 27%, 59%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

Analogous
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Triadic
Tetradic
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Shades & tints

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