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Steel Blue

#3198CE

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
3198CE
RGB
49, 152, 206
HSL
201, 62%, 50%
HSB
201, 76%, 81%
CMYK
76, 26, 0, 19
LAB
59, -16, -37
LCH
59, 40, 246
OKLCH
0.65, 0.12, 236
XYZ
24, 28, 62
LUV
59, -36, -54
HWB
201, 19%, 19%
Pantone
311 C

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