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Cobalt

#35517B

A balanced, moderate cobalt — 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
35517B
RGB
53, 81, 123
HSL
216, 40%, 35%
HSB
216, 57%, 48%
CMYK
57, 34, 0, 52
LAB
34, -1, -27
LCH
34, 27, 269
OKLCH
0.43, 0.08, 258
XYZ
8, 8, 20
LUV
34, -13, -37
HWB
216, 21%, 52%
Pantone
534 C

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