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Cobalt

#294D70

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

294D70

RGB

41, 77, 112

HSL

210, 46%, 30%

HSB

210, 63%, 44%

CMYK

63, 31, 0, 56

LAB

31, -4, -24

LCH

31, 25, 260

OKLCH

0.41, 0.07, 249

XYZ

6, 7, 16

LUV

31, -14, -31

HWB

210, 16%, 56%

Pantone

534 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Shades & tints

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