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Steel Blue

#35A0CA

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
35A0CA
RGB
53, 160, 202
HSL
197, 58%, 50%
HSB
197, 74%, 79%
CMYK
74, 21, 0, 21
LAB
61, -21, -31
LCH
61, 37, 236
OKLCH
0.66, 0.11, 229
XYZ
25, 30, 60
LUV
61, -38, -45
HWB
197, 21%, 21%
Pantone
311 C

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