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Cerulean

#0073A9

A balanced, moderate cerulean — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

Psychology

Blue is the world's most-preferred color across age, gender, and culture. It lowers heart rate, conveys stability and trust, and reads as professional almost regardless of context.

Meaning

Trust, authority, and depth — which is why it anchors finance, healthcare, government, and big-tech logos. Lighter blues feel airy and aspirational; navy and midnight feel established.

Applications

Foundational for SaaS, fintech, and enterprise interfaces. Mix with warm accents to avoid the corporate-blue trap of looking like every competitor.

Conversion

HEX
0073A9
RGB
0, 115, 169
HSL
199, 100%, 33%
HSB
199, 100%, 66%
CMYK
100, 32, 0, 34
LAB
45, -12, -37
LCH
45, 39, 252
OKLCH
0.53, 0.12, 239
XYZ
13, 15, 40
LUV
45, -29, -53
HWB
199, 0%, 34%
Pantone
316 C

Harmonies

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