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Dodger Blue

#249ADD

A balanced, moderate dodger 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
249ADD
RGB
36, 154, 221
HSL
202, 73%, 50%
HSB
202, 84%, 87%
CMYK
84, 30, 0, 13
LAB
60, -14, -44
LCH
60, 46, 252
OKLCH
0.66, 0.14, 240
XYZ
25, 29, 73
LUV
60, -37, -66
HWB
202, 14%, 13%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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