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Denim

#486486

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

486486

RGB

72, 100, 134

HSL

213, 30%, 40%

HSB

213, 46%, 53%

CMYK

46, 25, 0, 47

LAB

41, -3, -22

LCH

41, 23, 262

OKLCH

0.50, 0.06, 254

XYZ

12, 12, 24

LUV

41, -14, -31

HWB

213, 28%, 47%

Pantone

Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Triadic

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Shades & tints

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