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Azure

#477ACA

A balanced, moderate azure — 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
477ACA
RGB
71, 122, 202
HSL
217, 55%, 54%
HSB
217, 65%, 79%
CMYK
65, 40, 0, 21
LAB
51, 2, -48
LCH
51, 48, 273
OKLCH
0.58, 0.14, 259
XYZ
20, 20, 59
LUV
51, -21, -72
HWB
217, 28%, 21%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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