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Cerulean

#0786B8

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
0786B8
RGB
7, 134, 184
HSL
197, 93%, 37%
HSB
197, 96%, 72%
CMYK
96, 27, 0, 28
LAB
52, -17, -35
LCH
52, 39, 244
OKLCH
0.58, 0.12, 234
XYZ
17, 21, 48
LUV
52, -35, -51
HWB
197, 3%, 28%
Pantone
7717 C

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