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Azure

#0874CC

A balanced, vivid azure — 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
0874CC
RGB
8, 116, 204
HSL
207, 92%, 42%
HSB
207, 96%, 80%
CMYK
96, 43, 0, 20
LAB
47, -1, -54
LCH
47, 54, 269
OKLCH
0.55, 0.16, 251
XYZ
17, 17, 59
LUV
47, -27, -80
HWB
207, 3%, 20%
Pantone
316 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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