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Steel Blue

#0F91BD

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
0F91BD
RGB
15, 145, 189
HSL
195, 85%, 40%
HSB
195, 92%, 74%
CMYK
92, 23, 0, 26
LAB
56, -21, -33
LCH
56, 39, 238
OKLCH
0.61, 0.12, 229
XYZ
20, 24, 52
LUV
56, -38, -46
HWB
195, 6%, 26%
Pantone
311 C

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