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Steel Blue

#4697B1

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
4697B1
RGB
70, 151, 177
HSL
195, 43%, 48%
HSB
195, 60%, 69%
CMYK
60, 15, 0, 31
LAB
58, -20, -22
LCH
58, 29, 227
OKLCH
0.64, 0.09, 222
XYZ
22, 27, 46
LUV
58, -33, -29
HWB
195, 27%, 31%
Pantone
311 C

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