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Royal Blue

#286DD3

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
286DD3
RGB
40, 109, 211
HSL
216, 68%, 49%
HSB
216, 81%, 83%
CMYK
81, 48, 0, 17
LAB
46, 8, -60
LCH
46, 60, 277
OKLCH
0.55, 0.17, 259
XYZ
18, 16, 64
LUV
46, -22, -88
HWB
216, 16%, 17%
Pantone
541 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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