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Royal Blue

#3D73CC

A balanced, moderate 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
3D73CC
RGB
61, 115, 204
HSL
217, 58%, 52%
HSB
217, 70%, 80%
CMYK
70, 44, 0, 20
LAB
48, 5, -52
LCH
48, 53, 275
OKLCH
0.56, 0.15, 260
XYZ
19, 18, 60
LUV
48, -21, -78
HWB
217, 24%, 20%
Pantone
534 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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