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Cobalt

#154B70

A deep, moderate cobalt — 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

154B70

RGB

21, 75, 112

HSL

204, 68%, 26%

HSB

204, 81%, 44%

CMYK

81, 33, 0, 56

LAB

30, -7, -27

LCH

30, 28, 255

OKLCH

0.40, 0.08, 243

XYZ

6, 6, 16

LUV

30, -17, -34

HWB

204, 8%, 56%

Pantone

534 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Shades & tints

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