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Steel Blue

#0AA6DC

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
0AA6DC
RGB
10, 166, 220
HSL
195, 91%, 45%
HSB
195, 95%, 86%
CMYK
95, 25, 0, 14
LAB
63, -22, -38
LCH
63, 44, 240
OKLCH
0.68, 0.14, 231
XYZ
27, 33, 73
LUV
63, -43, -56
HWB
195, 4%, 14%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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