Back to all colors

Charcoal

#465259

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
465259
RGB
70, 82, 89
HSL
202, 12%, 31%
HSB
202, 21%, 35%
CMYK
21, 8, 0, 65
LAB
34, -4, -6
LCH
34, 7, 238
OKLCH
0.43, 0.02, 233
XYZ
7, 8, 11
LUV
34, -6, -7
HWB
202, 27%, 65%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

Analogous
Complementary
Split Complementary
Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

Similar named colors

Browse every named black on shades of black, or all families on colors.