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Charcoal

#47576F

A balanced, muted charcoal — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

Psychology

Blue is the world's most-preferred color across age, gender, and culture. It lowers heart rate, conveys stability and trust, and reads as professional almost regardless of context.

Meaning

Trust, authority, and depth — which is why it anchors finance, healthcare, government, and big-tech logos. Lighter blues feel airy and aspirational; navy and midnight feel established.

Applications

Foundational for SaaS, fintech, and enterprise interfaces. Mix with warm accents to avoid the corporate-blue trap of looking like every competitor.

Conversion

HEX
47576F
RGB
71, 87, 111
HSL
216, 22%, 36%
HSB
216, 36%, 44%
CMYK
36, 22, 0, 56
LAB
36, -2, -16
LCH
36, 16, 265
OKLCH
0.45, 0.04, 258
XYZ
9, 9, 16
LUV
36, -9, -21
HWB
216, 28%, 56%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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Charcoal
#36454F
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#6A5ACD
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#555555

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