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
A5A6A8
RGB
165, 166, 168
HSL
220, 2%, 65%
HSB
220, 2%, 66%
CMYK
2, 1, 0, 34
LAB
68, 0, -1
LCH
68, 1, 266
OKLCH
0.72, 0.00, 265
XYZ
36, 38, 42
LUV
68, -1, -2
HWB
220, 65%, 34%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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