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Steel Blue

#6F8395

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
6F8395
RGB
111, 131, 149
HSL
208, 15%, 51%
HSB
208, 26%, 58%
CMYK
26, 12, 0, 42
LAB
54, -4, -12
LCH
54, 13, 251
OKLCH
0.60, 0.04, 246
XYZ
20, 22, 32
LUV
54, -11, -17
HWB
208, 44%, 42%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

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