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Steel Blue

#2EA0D5

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
2EA0D5
RGB
46, 160, 213
HSL
199, 67%, 51%
HSB
199, 78%, 84%
CMYK
78, 25, 0, 16
LAB
62, -19, -37
LCH
62, 41, 243
OKLCH
0.67, 0.13, 234
XYZ
26, 31, 67
LUV
62, -38, -54
HWB
199, 18%, 16%
Pantone
311 C

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