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Cobalt

#2E5280

A balanced, moderate cobalt — 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
2E5280
RGB
46, 82, 128
HSL
214, 47%, 34%
HSB
214, 64%, 50%
CMYK
64, 36, 0, 50
LAB
34, -1, -30
LCH
34, 30, 267
OKLCH
0.43, 0.09, 255
XYZ
8, 8, 22
LUV
34, -15, -40
HWB
214, 18%, 50%
Pantone
534 C

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