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Cerulean

#46687F

A balanced, moderate cerulean — 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

46687F

RGB

70, 104, 127

HSL

204, 29%, 39%

HSB

204, 45%, 50%

CMYK

45, 18, 0, 50

LAB

42, -8, -17

LCH

42, 19, 246

OKLCH

0.50, 0.05, 239

XYZ

11, 13, 22

LUV

42, -16, -22

HWB

204, 27%, 50%

Pantone

316 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Shades & tints

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