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Cobalt

#23537B

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
23537B
RGB
35, 83, 123
HSL
207, 56%, 31%
HSB
207, 72%, 48%
CMYK
72, 33, 0, 52
LAB
34, -6, -28
LCH
34, 29, 258
OKLCH
0.43, 0.08, 247
XYZ
7, 8, 20
LUV
34, -17, -37
HWB
207, 14%, 52%
Pantone
316 C

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