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Sapphire

#0656C8

A balanced, vivid sapphire — 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
0656C8
RGB
6, 86, 200
HSL
215, 94%, 40%
HSB
215, 97%, 78%
CMYK
97, 57, 0, 22
LAB
38, 15, -66
LCH
38, 68, 283
OKLCH
0.49, 0.19, 260
XYZ
14, 11, 56
LUV
38, -19, -92
HWB
215, 2%, 22%
Pantone
541 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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