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
C3C6C9
RGB
195, 198, 201
HSL
210, 5%, 78%
HSB
210, 3%, 79%
CMYK
3, 1, 0, 21
LAB
80, -1, -2
LCH
80, 2, 251
OKLCH
0.83, 0.01, 248
XYZ
53, 56, 63
LUV
80, -2, -3
HWB
210, 76%, 21%
Pantone
Cool Gray 1 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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