Back to all colors

Denim

#2A5E8A

A balanced, moderate denim — 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
2A5E8A
RGB
42, 94, 138
HSL
207, 53%, 35%
HSB
207, 70%, 54%
CMYK
70, 32, 0, 46
LAB
38, -6, -30
LCH
38, 31, 258
OKLCH
0.47, 0.09, 247
XYZ
10, 10, 26
LUV
38, -20, -41
HWB
207, 16%, 46%
Pantone
316 C

Harmonies

Analogous
Complementary
Split Complementary
Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

Similar named colors

Browse every named blue on shades of blue, or all families on colors.