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Royal Blue

#556E8D

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

556E8D

RGB

85, 110, 141

HSL

213, 25%, 44%

HSB

213, 40%, 55%

CMYK

40, 22, 0, 45

LAB

45, -3, -20

LCH

45, 20, 261

OKLCH

0.53, 0.06, 254

XYZ

14, 15, 27

LUV

45, -13, -28

HWB

213, 33%, 45%

Pantone

Cool Gray 11 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Triadic

Tetradic

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Shades & tints

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