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Steel Blue

#0696C9

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
0696C9
RGB
6, 150, 201
HSL
196, 94%, 41%
HSB
196, 97%, 79%
CMYK
97, 25, 0, 21
LAB
58, -20, -36
LCH
58, 41, 241
OKLCH
0.63, 0.13, 232
XYZ
22, 26, 59
LUV
58, -39, -53
HWB
196, 2%, 21%
Pantone
311 C

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