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Cerulean

#0877B1

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
0877B1
RGB
8, 119, 177
HSL
201, 91%, 36%
HSB
201, 95%, 69%
CMYK
95, 33, 0, 31
LAB
47, -11, -39
LCH
47, 41, 254
OKLCH
0.54, 0.12, 241
XYZ
15, 16, 44
LUV
47, -30, -56
HWB
201, 3%, 31%
Pantone
316 C

Harmonies

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