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Royal Blue

#2170E1

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
2170E1
RGB
33, 112, 225
HSL
215, 76%, 51%
HSB
215, 85%, 88%
CMYK
85, 50, 0, 12
LAB
48, 10, -65
LCH
48, 66, 278
OKLCH
0.56, 0.19, 259
XYZ
20, 17, 74
LUV
48, -24, -97
HWB
215, 13%, 12%
Pantone
541 C

Harmonies

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Square

Shades & tints

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