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Steel Blue

#6E8698

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
6E8698
RGB
110, 134, 152
HSL
206, 17%, 51%
HSB
206, 28%, 60%
CMYK
28, 12, 0, 40
LAB
55, -6, -13
LCH
55, 14, 246
OKLCH
0.61, 0.04, 241
XYZ
21, 23, 33
LUV
55, -13, -17
HWB
206, 43%, 40%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

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