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Sapphire

#385B80

A balanced, moderate sapphire — 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

385B80

RGB

56, 91, 128

HSL

211, 39%, 36%

HSB

211, 56%, 50%

CMYK

56, 29, 0, 50

LAB

37, -4, -25

LCH

37, 25, 261

OKLCH

0.46, 0.07, 251

XYZ

9, 10, 22

LUV

37, -15, -34

HWB

211, 22%, 50%

Pantone

5467 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Triadic

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Shades & tints

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