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Steel Blue

#688190

A balanced, muted steel blue — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

Psychology

Gray is the connective tissue of interface design — neutral, balanced, and quiet. It supports without competing.

Meaning

Sophistication, neutrality, and restraint. Warm grays feel inviting; cool grays feel modern and technical.

Applications

Essential for backgrounds, borders, dividers, and secondary text in product UIs. Build a 9–11 step gray ramp early in any design system.

Conversion

HEX
688190
RGB
104, 129, 144
HSL
203, 16%, 49%
HSB
203, 28%, 56%
CMYK
28, 10, 0, 44
LAB
52, -7, -11
LCH
52, 13, 240
OKLCH
0.59, 0.04, 235
XYZ
19, 21, 29
LUV
52, -13, -15
HWB
203, 41%, 44%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

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