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Steel Blue

#2D93D1

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
2D93D1
RGB
45, 147, 209
HSL
203, 65%, 50%
HSB
203, 78%, 82%
CMYK
78, 30, 0, 18
LAB
57, -13, -41
LCH
57, 43, 252
OKLCH
0.63, 0.13, 241
XYZ
23, 26, 64
LUV
57, -34, -61
HWB
203, 18%, 18%
Pantone
311 C

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