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Sapphire

#0B5099

A balanced, moderate sapphire — 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
0B5099
RGB
11, 80, 153
HSL
211, 87%, 32%
HSB
211, 93%, 60%
CMYK
93, 48, 0, 40
LAB
33, 3, -46
LCH
33, 46, 274
OKLCH
0.44, 0.14, 255
XYZ
9, 8, 31
LUV
33, -18, -62
HWB
211, 4%, 40%
Pantone
541 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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