Back to all colors

Cerulean

#055B7C

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
055B7C
RGB
5, 91, 124
HSL
197, 92%, 25%
HSB
197, 96%, 49%
CMYK
96, 27, 0, 51
LAB
36, -14, -26
LCH
36, 29, 242
OKLCH
0.44, 0.09, 232
XYZ
7, 9, 20
LUV
36, -24, -33
HWB
197, 2%, 51%
Pantone
316 C

Harmonies

Analogous
Complementary
Split Complementary
Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

Similar named colors

Browse every named blue on shades of blue, or all families on colors.