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Royal Blue

#126EF4

A balanced, vivid royal 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
126EF4
RGB
18, 110, 244
HSL
216, 91%, 51%
HSB
216, 93%, 96%
CMYK
93, 55, 0, 4
LAB
48, 16, -75
LCH
48, 77, 282
OKLCH
0.57, 0.22, 260
XYZ
22, 18, 88
LUV
48, -23, -111
HWB
216, 7%, 4%
Pantone
541 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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