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Charcoal

#525E73

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
525E73
RGB
82, 94, 115
HSL
218, 17%, 39%
HSB
218, 29%, 45%
CMYK
29, 18, 0, 55
LAB
39, -1, -14
LCH
39, 14, 267
OKLCH
0.48, 0.04, 262
XYZ
11, 11, 18
LUV
39, -7, -18
HWB
218, 32%, 55%
Pantone
Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

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