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Sand

#A09C80

A balanced, muted sand — 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
A09C80
RGB
160, 156, 128
HSL
53, 14%, 56%
HSB
53, 20%, 63%
CMYK
0, 2, 20, 37
LAB
64, -2, 15
LCH
64, 15, 98
OKLCH
0.69, 0.04, 101
XYZ
30, 33, 25
LUV
64, 4, 21
HWB
53, 50%, 37%
Pantone
467 C

Harmonies

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Tetradic
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