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Azure

#1480D5

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
1480D5
RGB
20, 128, 213
HSL
206, 83%, 46%
HSB
206, 91%, 84%
CMYK
91, 40, 0, 16
LAB
51, -4, -53
LCH
51, 53, 265
OKLCH
0.59, 0.16, 249
XYZ
20, 20, 66
LUV
51, -30, -79
HWB
206, 8%, 16%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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