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Azure

#117DDB

A balanced, vivid azure — 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
117DDB
RGB
17, 125, 219
HSL
208, 86%, 46%
HSB
208, 92%, 86%
CMYK
92, 43, 0, 14
LAB
51, -1, -57
LCH
51, 57, 269
OKLCH
0.59, 0.17, 252
XYZ
20, 20, 70
LUV
51, -29, -85
HWB
208, 7%, 14%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

Analogous
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Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

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