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Royal Blue

#556D93

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

556D93

RGB

85, 109, 147

HSL

217, 27%, 45%

HSB

217, 42%, 58%

CMYK

42, 26, 0, 42

LAB

45, -1, -24

LCH

45, 24, 267

OKLCH

0.53, 0.07, 259

XYZ

14, 15, 30

LUV

45, -13, -34

HWB

217, 33%, 42%

Pantone

Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

Analogous

Complementary

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Triadic

Tetradic

Square

Shades & tints

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