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Steel Blue

#0794CE

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
0794CE
RGB
7, 148, 206
HSL
197, 93%, 42%
HSB
197, 97%, 81%
CMYK
97, 28, 0, 19
LAB
57, -17, -40
LCH
57, 43, 246
OKLCH
0.63, 0.13, 236
XYZ
22, 26, 62
LUV
57, -38, -59
HWB
197, 3%, 19%
Pantone
311 C

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