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Teal

#49878D

A balanced, moderate teal — 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
49878D
RGB
73, 135, 141
HSL
185, 32%, 42%
HSB
185, 48%, 55%
CMYK
48, 4, 0, 45
LAB
52, -20, -10
LCH
52, 22, 207
OKLCH
0.58, 0.06, 204
XYZ
16, 21, 28
LUV
52, -27, -11
HWB
185, 29%, 45%
Pantone
7717 C

Harmonies

Analogous
Complementary
Split Complementary
Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

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