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Royal Blue

#3872CD

A balanced, vivid royal 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
3872CD
RGB
56, 114, 205
HSL
217, 60%, 51%
HSB
217, 73%, 80%
CMYK
73, 44, 0, 20
LAB
48, 5, -54
LCH
48, 54, 275
OKLCH
0.56, 0.15, 259
XYZ
19, 17, 60
LUV
48, -22, -80
HWB
217, 22%, 20%
Pantone
534 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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