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Cerulean

#487482

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

487482

RGB

72, 116, 130

HSL

194, 29%, 40%

HSB

194, 45%, 51%

CMYK

45, 11, 0, 49

LAB

46, -13, -13

LCH

46, 18, 225

OKLCH

0.53, 0.05, 220

XYZ

13, 15, 23

LUV

46, -20, -16

HWB

194, 28%, 49%

Pantone

7717 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Shades & tints

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