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Denim

#486183

A balanced, moderate denim — 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

486183

RGB

72, 97, 131

HSL

215, 29%, 40%

HSB

215, 45%, 51%

CMYK

45, 26, 0, 49

LAB

40, -2, -22

LCH

40, 22, 264

OKLCH

0.49, 0.06, 256

XYZ

11, 12, 23

LUV

40, -12, -31

HWB

215, 28%, 49%

Pantone

Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Tetradic

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Shades & tints

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