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Steel Blue

#0F8FBD

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
0F8FBD
RGB
15, 143, 189
HSL
196, 85%, 40%
HSB
196, 92%, 74%
CMYK
92, 24, 0, 26
LAB
55, -20, -33
LCH
55, 39, 240
OKLCH
0.61, 0.12, 231
XYZ
19, 23, 52
LUV
55, -37, -48
HWB
196, 6%, 26%
Pantone
311 C

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