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Charcoal

#49545D

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
49545D
RGB
73, 84, 93
HSL
207, 12%, 33%
HSB
207, 22%, 36%
CMYK
22, 10, 0, 64
LAB
35, -3, -7
LCH
35, 7, 247
OKLCH
0.44, 0.02, 243
XYZ
8, 9, 12
LUV
35, -6, -8
HWB
207, 29%, 64%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

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