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Steel Blue

#1283C2

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
1283C2
RGB
18, 131, 194
HSL
201, 83%, 42%
HSB
201, 91%, 76%
CMYK
91, 32, 0, 24
LAB
51, -12, -42
LCH
51, 43, 254
OKLCH
0.58, 0.13, 241
XYZ
18, 20, 54
LUV
51, -32, -61
HWB
201, 7%, 24%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

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