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
A8A8B2
RGB
168, 168, 178
HSL
240, 6%, 68%
HSB
240, 6%, 70%
CMYK
6, 6, 0, 30
LAB
69, 1, -5
LCH
69, 5, 286
OKLCH
0.73, 0.01, 286
XYZ
38, 40, 48
LUV
69, -1, -8
HWB
240, 66%, 30%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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