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Steel Blue

#2E95C5

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
2E95C5
RGB
46, 149, 197
HSL
199, 62%, 48%
HSB
199, 77%, 77%
CMYK
77, 24, 0, 23
LAB
58, -18, -34
LCH
58, 38, 243
OKLCH
0.63, 0.12, 234
XYZ
22, 26, 57
LUV
58, -35, -49
HWB
199, 18%, 23%
Pantone
311 C

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