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
A8A8AB
RGB
168, 168, 171
HSL
240, 2%, 66%
HSB
240, 2%, 67%
CMYK
2, 2, 0, 33
LAB
69, 0, -2
LCH
69, 2, 285
OKLCH
0.73, 0.00, 286
XYZ
38, 39, 44
LUV
69, 0, -2
HWB
240, 66%, 33%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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