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Steel Blue

#3085D1

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
3085D1
RGB
48, 133, 209
HSL
208, 64%, 50%
HSB
208, 77%, 82%
CMYK
77, 36, 0, 18
LAB
53, -6, -47
LCH
53, 48, 263
OKLCH
0.60, 0.14, 249
XYZ
21, 22, 63
LUV
53, -29, -71
HWB
208, 19%, 18%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

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