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Royal Blue

#506C8D

A balanced, moderate royal 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

506C8D

RGB

80, 108, 141

HSL

212, 28%, 43%

HSB

212, 43%, 55%

CMYK

43, 23, 0, 45

LAB

44, -4, -22

LCH

44, 22, 261

OKLCH

0.52, 0.06, 253

XYZ

13, 14, 27

LUV

44, -14, -30

HWB

212, 31%, 45%

Pantone

Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

Analogous

Complementary

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Triadic

Tetradic

Square

Shades & tints

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