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Steel Blue

#0073C8

A balanced, vivid steel blue — 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
0073C8
RGB
0, 115, 200
HSL
206, 100%, 39%
HSB
206, 100%, 78%
CMYK
100, 43, 0, 22
LAB
47, -2, -53
LCH
47, 53, 268
OKLCH
0.55, 0.16, 250
XYZ
17, 16, 57
LUV
47, -27, -77
HWB
206, 0%, 22%
Pantone
316 C

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