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Steel Blue

#526F8A

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

526F8A

RGB

82, 111, 138

HSL

209, 25%, 43%

HSB

209, 41%, 54%

CMYK

41, 20, 0, 46

LAB

45, -5, -18

LCH

45, 19, 254

OKLCH

0.53, 0.05, 247

XYZ

14, 15, 26

LUV

45, -14, -25

HWB

209, 32%, 46%

Pantone

Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

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