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Royal Blue

#0870E6

A balanced, vivid royal 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
0870E6
RGB
8, 112, 230
HSL
212, 93%, 47%
HSB
212, 97%, 90%
CMYK
97, 51, 0, 10
LAB
48, 10, -68
LCH
48, 69, 278
OKLCH
0.56, 0.20, 257
XYZ
20, 17, 77
LUV
48, -25, -101
HWB
212, 3%, 10%
Pantone
541 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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