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Cobalt

#1A4EA3

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
1A4EA3
RGB
26, 78, 163
HSL
217, 72%, 37%
HSB
217, 84%, 64%
CMYK
84, 52, 0, 36
LAB
34, 9, -52
LCH
34, 53, 280
OKLCH
0.44, 0.15, 260
XYZ
10, 8, 36
LUV
34, -16, -70
HWB
217, 10%, 36%
Pantone
541 C

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