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Royal Blue

#2C73CE

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
2C73CE
RGB
44, 115, 206
HSL
214, 65%, 49%
HSB
214, 79%, 81%
CMYK
79, 44, 0, 19
LAB
48, 3, -54
LCH
48, 55, 273
OKLCH
0.56, 0.16, 256
XYZ
18, 17, 61
LUV
48, -24, -81
HWB
214, 17%, 19%
Pantone
316 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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