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Royal Blue

#526C93

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

526C93

RGB

82, 108, 147

HSL

216, 28%, 45%

HSB

216, 44%, 58%

CMYK

44, 27, 0, 42

LAB

45, -2, -25

LCH

45, 25, 266

OKLCH

0.53, 0.07, 258

XYZ

14, 15, 30

LUV

45, -13, -35

HWB

216, 32%, 42%

Pantone

Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

Analogous

Complementary

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Triadic

Tetradic

Square

Shades & tints

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