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Steel Blue

#1694CA

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
1694CA
RGB
22, 148, 202
HSL
198, 80%, 44%
HSB
198, 89%, 79%
CMYK
89, 27, 0, 21
LAB
57, -18, -38
LCH
57, 42, 244
OKLCH
0.63, 0.13, 234
XYZ
22, 26, 60
LUV
57, -37, -55
HWB
198, 9%, 21%
Pantone
311 C

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