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Steel Blue

#13A0C3

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
13A0C3
RGB
19, 160, 195
HSL
192, 82%, 42%
HSB
192, 90%, 76%
CMYK
90, 18, 0, 24
LAB
60, -26, -28
LCH
60, 38, 228
OKLCH
0.65, 0.12, 221
XYZ
23, 29, 56
LUV
60, -42, -40
HWB
192, 7%, 24%
Pantone
311 C

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