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Charcoal

#486368

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
486368
RGB
72, 99, 104
HSL
189, 18%, 35%
HSB
189, 31%, 41%
CMYK
31, 5, 0, 59
LAB
40, -9, -6
LCH
40, 11, 214
OKLCH
0.48, 0.03, 210
XYZ
10, 11, 15
LUV
40, -13, -7
HWB
189, 28%, 59%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

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Tetradic
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Shades & tints

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