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Cerulean

#2B697D

A balanced, moderate cerulean — 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
2B697D
RGB
43, 105, 125
HSL
195, 49%, 33%
HSB
195, 66%, 49%
CMYK
66, 16, 0, 51
LAB
41, -16, -17
LCH
41, 23, 228
OKLCH
0.49, 0.07, 222
XYZ
10, 12, 21
LUV
41, -24, -22
HWB
195, 17%, 51%
Pantone
316 C

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