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Azure

#2176FD

A balanced, vivid azure — 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
2176FD
RGB
33, 118, 253
HSL
217, 98%, 56%
HSB
217, 87%, 99%
CMYK
87, 53, 0, 1
LAB
51, 15, -76
LCH
51, 77, 281
OKLCH
0.60, 0.22, 260
XYZ
25, 20, 96
LUV
51, -24, -114
HWB
217, 13%, 1%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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