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Steel Blue

#2C76B4

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
2C76B4
RGB
44, 118, 180
HSL
207, 61%, 44%
HSB
207, 76%, 71%
CMYK
76, 34, 0, 29
LAB
47, -7, -40
LCH
47, 41, 261
OKLCH
0.55, 0.12, 248
XYZ
16, 17, 46
LUV
47, -26, -58
HWB
207, 17%, 29%
Pantone
316 C

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