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Royal Blue

#2A73D2

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
2A73D2
RGB
42, 115, 210
HSL
214, 67%, 49%
HSB
214, 80%, 82%
CMYK
80, 45, 0, 18
LAB
48, 4, -56
LCH
48, 57, 274
OKLCH
0.56, 0.16, 257
XYZ
19, 17, 63
LUV
48, -24, -84
HWB
214, 16%, 18%
Pantone
316 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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