Back to all colors

Steel Blue

#4B7FA0

A balanced, moderate steel blue — 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
4B7FA0
RGB
75, 127, 160
HSL
203, 36%, 46%
HSB
203, 53%, 63%
CMYK
53, 21, 0, 37
LAB
51, -11, -23
LCH
51, 26, 245
OKLCH
0.57, 0.08, 238
XYZ
17, 19, 36
LUV
51, -23, -33
HWB
203, 29%, 37%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

Analogous
Complementary
Split Complementary
Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

Similar named colors

Browse every named blue on shades of blue, or all families on colors.