Back to all colors

Cerulean

#2E87AE

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
2E87AE
RGB
46, 135, 174
HSL
198, 58%, 43%
HSB
198, 74%, 68%
CMYK
74, 22, 0, 32
LAB
52, -17, -29
LCH
52, 33, 239
OKLCH
0.59, 0.10, 231
XYZ
17, 21, 43
LUV
52, -32, -41
HWB
198, 18%, 32%
Pantone
7717 C

Harmonies

Analogous
Complementary
Split Complementary
Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

Similar named colors

Browse every named teal on shades of teal, or all families on colors.