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Royal Blue

#1B69E2

A balanced, vivid royal 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
1B69E2
RGB
27, 105, 226
HSL
216, 79%, 50%
HSB
216, 88%, 89%
CMYK
88, 54, 0, 11
LAB
46, 14, -69
LCH
46, 71, 281
OKLCH
0.55, 0.20, 260
XYZ
19, 16, 74
LUV
46, -22, -101
HWB
216, 11%, 11%
Pantone
541 C

Harmonies

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