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Steel Blue

#1387D7

A balanced, vivid 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
1387D7
RGB
19, 135, 215
HSL
204, 84%, 46%
HSB
204, 91%, 84%
CMYK
91, 37, 0, 16
LAB
54, -7, -50
LCH
54, 51, 262
OKLCH
0.61, 0.15, 247
XYZ
21, 22, 67
LUV
54, -32, -76
HWB
204, 7%, 16%
Pantone
311 C

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