Back to all colors

Denim

#39649D

A balanced, moderate denim — 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
39649D
RGB
57, 100, 157
HSL
214, 47%, 42%
HSB
214, 64%, 62%
CMYK
64, 36, 0, 38
LAB
41, -1, -36
LCH
41, 36, 268
OKLCH
0.50, 0.10, 256
XYZ
12, 12, 34
LUV
41, -18, -51
HWB
214, 22%, 38%
Pantone
534 C

Harmonies

Analogous
Complementary
Split Complementary
Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

Similar named colors

Browse every named blue on shades of blue, or all families on colors.