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Charcoal

#4B4E63

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
4B4E63
RGB
75, 78, 99
HSL
233, 14%, 34%
HSB
233, 24%, 39%
CMYK
24, 21, 0, 61
LAB
34, 3, -13
LCH
34, 13, 282
OKLCH
0.43, 0.03, 278
XYZ
8, 8, 13
LUV
34, -3, -17
HWB
233, 29%, 61%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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