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Steel Blue

#0FA3CD

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
0FA3CD
RGB
15, 163, 205
HSL
193, 86%, 43%
HSB
193, 93%, 80%
CMYK
93, 20, 0, 20
LAB
62, -25, -32
LCH
62, 40, 232
OKLCH
0.67, 0.12, 225
XYZ
24, 31, 62
LUV
62, -43, -46
HWB
193, 6%, 20%
Pantone
311 C

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