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Charcoal

#48646A

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
48646A
RGB
72, 100, 106
HSL
191, 19%, 35%
HSB
191, 32%, 42%
CMYK
32, 6, 0, 58
LAB
40, -10, -7
LCH
40, 12, 216
OKLCH
0.48, 0.03, 212
XYZ
10, 12, 15
LUV
40, -14, -8
HWB
191, 28%, 58%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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