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Royal Blue

#2F73CB

A balanced, vivid royal 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
2F73CB
RGB
47, 115, 203
HSL
214, 62%, 49%
HSB
214, 77%, 80%
CMYK
77, 43, 0, 20
LAB
48, 2, -53
LCH
48, 53, 273
OKLCH
0.56, 0.15, 256
XYZ
18, 17, 59
LUV
48, -24, -78
HWB
214, 18%, 20%
Pantone
316 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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