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Steel Blue

#6D8A97

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
6D8A97
RGB
109, 138, 151
HSL
199, 17%, 51%
HSB
199, 28%, 59%
CMYK
28, 9, 0, 41
LAB
56, -8, -11
LCH
56, 13, 232
OKLCH
0.62, 0.04, 227
XYZ
21, 24, 33
LUV
56, -15, -14
HWB
199, 43%, 41%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

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