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Steel Blue

#298EC9

A balanced, moderate steel 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
298EC9
RGB
41, 142, 201
HSL
202, 66%, 47%
HSB
202, 80%, 79%
CMYK
80, 29, 0, 21
LAB
56, -14, -39
LCH
56, 42, 251
OKLCH
0.62, 0.13, 240
XYZ
21, 24, 59
LUV
56, -33, -58
HWB
202, 16%, 21%
Pantone
311 C

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