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Sapphire

#405D78

A balanced, moderate sapphire — 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

405D78

RGB

64, 93, 120

HSL

209, 30%, 36%

HSB

209, 47%, 47%

CMYK

47, 22, 0, 53

LAB

38, -5, -19

LCH

38, 20, 255

OKLCH

0.47, 0.06, 247

XYZ

9, 10, 19

LUV

38, -14, -25

HWB

209, 25%, 53%

Pantone

5467 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Shades & tints

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