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Steel Blue

#6C8593

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
6C8593
RGB
108, 133, 147
HSL
202, 15%, 50%
HSB
202, 27%, 58%
CMYK
27, 10, 0, 42
LAB
54, -7, -11
LCH
54, 13, 238
OKLCH
0.60, 0.04, 233
XYZ
20, 22, 31
LUV
54, -13, -14
HWB
202, 42%, 42%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

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