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Steel Blue

#0396CF

A balanced, moderate 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
0396CF
RGB
3, 150, 207
HSL
197, 97%, 41%
HSB
197, 99%, 81%
CMYK
99, 28, 0, 19
LAB
58, -18, -39
LCH
58, 43, 245
OKLCH
0.64, 0.13, 235
XYZ
22, 26, 63
LUV
58, -38, -58
HWB
197, 1%, 19%
Pantone
311 C

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