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Azure

#0985EF

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
0985EF
RGB
9, 133, 239
HSL
208, 93%, 49%
HSB
208, 96%, 94%
CMYK
96, 44, 0, 6
LAB
54, 1, -63
LCH
54, 63, 271
OKLCH
0.62, 0.18, 253
XYZ
24, 23, 85
LUV
54, -31, -96
HWB
208, 4%, 6%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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