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Steel Blue

#3FA0BF

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
3FA0BF
RGB
63, 160, 191
HSL
195, 50%, 50%
HSB
195, 67%, 75%
CMYK
67, 16, 0, 25
LAB
61, -22, -25
LCH
61, 33, 229
OKLCH
0.66, 0.10, 223
XYZ
24, 30, 54
LUV
61, -37, -35
HWB
195, 25%, 25%
Pantone
311 C

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