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Cobalt

#1A4E82

A balanced, 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

1A4E82

RGB

26, 78, 130

HSL

210, 67%, 31%

HSB

210, 80%, 51%

CMYK

80, 40, 0, 49

LAB

32, -2, -35

LCH

32, 35, 266

OKLCH

0.42, 0.10, 252

XYZ

7, 7, 22

LUV

32, -17, -46

HWB

210, 10%, 49%

Pantone

541 C

Harmonies

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