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Royal Blue

#2A72DC

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
2A72DC
RGB
42, 114, 220
HSL
216, 72%, 51%
HSB
216, 81%, 86%
CMYK
81, 48, 0, 14
LAB
48, 8, -62
LCH
48, 62, 277
OKLCH
0.57, 0.18, 259
XYZ
20, 18, 70
LUV
48, -23, -92
HWB
216, 16%, 14%
Pantone
541 C

Harmonies

Analogous
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Square

Shades & tints

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