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Steel Blue

#3AA0BD

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
3AA0BD
RGB
58, 160, 189
HSL
193, 53%, 48%
HSB
193, 69%, 74%
CMYK
69, 15, 0, 26
LAB
61, -23, -24
LCH
61, 34, 226
OKLCH
0.66, 0.10, 220
XYZ
23, 30, 53
LUV
61, -38, -33
HWB
193, 23%, 26%
Pantone
311 C

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