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Steel Blue

#768D9E

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
768D9E
RGB
118, 141, 158
HSL
206, 17%, 54%
HSB
206, 25%, 62%
CMYK
25, 11, 0, 38
LAB
57, -6, -12
LCH
57, 13, 245
OKLCH
0.63, 0.04, 240
XYZ
23, 25, 36
LUV
57, -12, -17
HWB
206, 46%, 38%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

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