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Steel Blue

#0EA2D3

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
0EA2D3
RGB
14, 162, 211
HSL
195, 88%, 44%
HSB
195, 93%, 83%
CMYK
93, 23, 0, 17
LAB
62, -23, -35
LCH
62, 42, 238
OKLCH
0.67, 0.13, 229
XYZ
25, 31, 66
LUV
62, -42, -52
HWB
195, 5%, 17%
Pantone
311 C

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