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Steel Blue

#6191A2

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

6191A2

RGB

97, 145, 162

HSL

196, 26%, 51%

HSB

196, 40%, 64%

CMYK

40, 10, 0, 36

LAB

57, -13, -14

LCH

57, 20, 227

OKLCH

0.63, 0.06, 222

XYZ

22, 25, 38

LUV

57, -23, -19

HWB

196, 38%, 36%

Pantone

Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Shades & tints

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