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Steel Blue

#2A95D2

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
2A95D2
RGB
42, 149, 210
HSL
202, 67%, 49%
HSB
202, 80%, 82%
CMYK
80, 29, 0, 18
LAB
58, -14, -40
LCH
58, 43, 250
OKLCH
0.64, 0.13, 239
XYZ
23, 27, 65
LUV
58, -35, -60
HWB
202, 16%, 18%
Pantone
311 C

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