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Azure

#0178E2

A balanced, vivid azure — 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
0178E2
RGB
1, 120, 226
HSL
208, 99%, 45%
HSB
208, 100%, 89%
CMYK
100, 47, 0, 11
LAB
50, 4, -63
LCH
50, 63, 273
OKLCH
0.58, 0.18, 254
XYZ
20, 19, 75
LUV
50, -28, -94
HWB
208, 0%, 11%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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