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Royal Blue

#0268EC

A balanced, vivid royal 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
0268EC
RGB
2, 104, 236
HSL
214, 98%, 47%
HSB
214, 99%, 93%
CMYK
99, 56, 0, 7
LAB
46, 17, -75
LCH
46, 77, 282
OKLCH
0.55, 0.22, 259
XYZ
20, 16, 81
LUV
46, -23, -109
HWB
214, 1%, 7%
Pantone
541 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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