Steel Blue#1F4E79
Slate Blue#49759C
Sky Blue#7AAED3
Slate Gray#708090
Steel Teal#5A748E
Palette direction

Steel Blue Sleek Color Palette

This palette features a cool, sleek trio of blues paired with supportive slate and steel blue accents, grounded by clean neutral tones.

MonochromaticCreativesteel blueslatecool tonessleek design
palette-preview.example
Creative color direction

Steel Blue Sleek Color Palette

This palette features a cool, sleek trio of blues paired with supportive slate and steel blue accents, grounded by clean neutral tones.

Explore the color systemView examplesGuidelines8 colors mapped to roles
Logo contrast guide

Logo color pairings

Each column shows a usable logo color on a palette background, with contrast checked for clarity.

Logo White #FFFFFF
on Steel Blue #1F4E79

8.7:1 Excellent

Logo White #FFFFFF
on Slate Blue #49759C

4.9:1 Strong

Logo Charcoal #2C3E50
on Sky Blue #7AAED3

4.6:1 Strong

Logo Charcoal #2C3E50
on White #FFFFFF

11.0:1 Excellent
Motion gradient

Gradient background

Built from the main brand color and one generated shade, so the effect feels modern without leaving the palette.

Business card

Printed materials without guessing.

A neutral card system with the logo color, contact text, and a restrained palette accent.

Avery Stone Palette designer avery@example.com colorfly.design
Mobile website

The palette has to survive the small screen.

A mobile landing page preview with logo, navigation, headline, CTA, content card, and chart color usage.

Creative Steel Blue Sleek Color Palette

The three main blues create a cohesive, cool, and sleek identity with a pop of character through varied tones that are harmonious yet distinct.

Gradient type

Gradient on text

A cleaner way to use the brand color as a digital accent without turning the whole interface colorful.

Analytics system

Dashboards need more than one pretty color.

Numbers, pie charts, bars, stacked bars, and lines reveal whether the palette can support real product interfaces.

Revenue$84.2k+18.4%
Retention72%Stable
Signals8Monochromatic
Audience split
Monthly growth
Trend line

Color Roles and Usage Map

Assign existing palette colors to brand, typography, and interface roles.

Brand identity

LogoUsed for logo marks and core brand symbols.Steel Blue #1F4E79
HeadlineUsed for main titles and key messages.Slate Blue #49759C
LinkUsed for links and interactive text.Steel Blue #1F4E79

Buttons

Primary Button
Contrast8.66:1AA
BackgroundSteel Blue #1F4E79
TextWhite #FFFFFF
Secondary Button
Contrast4.87:1AA
BackgroundSlate Blue #49759C
TextWhite #FFFFFF
Outlined Button
Contrast8.66:1AA
BorderSteel Blue #1F4E79
TextSteel Blue #1F4E79

Interface

TextDefault readable body text.Charcoal #2C3E50
Bg LightLight page or section background.White #FFFFFF
Bg DarkDark page or section background.Lavender Mist #F5F7FA
IconSmall interface icons and marks.Slate Gray #708090
BorderCards, inputs, and component borders.Slate Gray #708090
DividerSubtle separators between content.Slate Gray #708090
OutlineFocus rings and emphasis outlines.Slate Gray #708090

Print Color Values

CMYK values are calculated from HEX by default. Adjust them only when preparing print materials.

Screen colors stay unchanged.Manual CMYK edits are used in exports and handoff.
Calculated CMYK
Steel BlueMain color - #1F4E79
Calculated CMYK
Slate BlueMain color - #49759C
Calculated CMYK
Sky BlueMain color - #7AAED3
Calculated CMYK
Slate GraySupport color - #708090
Calculated CMYK
Steel TealSupport color - #5A748E
Calculated CMYK
WhiteNeutral color - #FFFFFF
Calculated CMYK
Lavender MistNeutral color - #F5F7FA
Calculated CMYK
CharcoalNeutral color - #2C3E50

Palette Colors

A compact view of the brand, support, and neutral colors that make up this system.

Main (Brand) Colors

The three main blues create a cohesive, cool, and sleek identity with a pop of character through varied tones that are harmonious yet distinct.

PrimarySteel Blue

RolesLogo, Link, Btn Primary Bg, Btn Outlined Border, Btn Outlined Text

Steel Blue anchors the palette with a professional and confident impression, perfect for brand recognition.

HEX#1F4E79
RGB31, 78, 121
HSL209, 59, 30
CMYK74, 36, 0, 53
SecondarySlate Blue

RolesHeadline, Btn Secondary Bg

Slate Blue provides an approachable and modern tone that adds depth to headlines with calm sophistication.

HEX#49759C
RGB73, 117, 156
HSL208, 36, 45
CMYK53, 25, 0, 39
TertiarySky Blue

Sky Blue offers a fresh and light contrast for button texts, injecting clarity and a pop of character.

HEX#7AAED3
RGB122, 174, 211
HSL205, 50, 65
CMYK42, 18, 0, 17

Support Colors

Support colors extend the main blue hues with muted grays that balance the palette and add subtle sophistication without competing visually.

Slate Gray

RolesIcon, Border, Divider, Outline

Slate Gray serves as a neutral supporter, reinforcing the blues with a refined, understated presence.

HEX#708090
RGB112, 128, 144
HSL210, 13, 50
CMYK22, 11, 0, 44
Steel Teal

Steel Teal complements the main blues by adding a cooler, deep tone that balances warmth and modernity.

HEX#5A748E
RGB90, 116, 142
HSL210, 22, 45
CMYK37, 18, 0, 44

Neutral Colors

Utility colors for backgrounds, text, borders, and balance.

White

RolesBg Light, Btn Primary Text, Btn Secondary Text

HEX#FFFFFF
RGB255, 255, 255
HSL0, 0, 100
CMYK0, 0, 0, 0
Lavender Mist

RolesBg Dark

HEX#F5F7FA
RGB245, 247, 250
HSL216, 33, 97
CMYK2, 1, 0, 2
Charcoal

RolesText

HEX#2C3E50
RGB44, 62, 80
HSL210, 29, 24
CMYK45, 23, 0, 69

Export and Handoff

Copy palette values, role tokens, animated gradient snippets, and structured handoff data for websites, design systems, and client work.

Export logo in seconds

Click to copy and go to Logo Export on myLogo.review to export your logo files in seconds.

Use when: you want to send this palette into myLogo.review.
COLORFLY_PALETTE_V2
{
    "format": "colorfly_palette_v2",
    "source": "colorfly.design",
    "colors": [
        {
            "name": "Steel Blue",
            "hex": "#1F4E79",
            "role": "main",
            "cmyk": {
                "c": 74,
                "m": 36,
                "y": 0,
                "k": 53,
                "source": "colorfly"
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Slate Blue",
            "hex": "#49759C",
            "role": "main",
            "cmyk": {
                "c": 53,
                "m": 25,
                "y": 0,
                "k": 39,
                "source": "colorfly"
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Sky Blue",
            "hex": "#7AAED3",
            "role": "main",
            "cmyk": {
                "c": 42,
                "m": 18,
                "y": 0,
                "k": 17,
                "source": "colorfly"
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Slate Gray",
            "hex": "#708090",
            "role": "support",
            "cmyk": {
                "c": 22,
                "m": 11,
                "y": 0,
                "k": 44,
                "source": "colorfly"
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Steel Teal",
            "hex": "#5A748E",
            "role": "support",
            "cmyk": {
                "c": 37,
                "m": 18,
                "y": 0,
                "k": 44,
                "source": "colorfly"
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "White",
            "hex": "#FFFFFF",
            "role": "neutral",
            "cmyk": {
                "c": 0,
                "m": 0,
                "y": 0,
                "k": 0,
                "source": "colorfly"
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Lavender Mist",
            "hex": "#F5F7FA",
            "role": "neutral",
            "cmyk": {
                "c": 2,
                "m": 1,
                "y": 0,
                "k": 2,
                "source": "colorfly"
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Charcoal",
            "hex": "#2C3E50",
            "role": "neutral",
            "cmyk": {
                "c": 45,
                "m": 23,
                "y": 0,
                "k": 69,
                "source": "colorfly"
            }
        }
    ]
}
END_COLORFLY_PALETTE

Color tokens

Use these in CSS when you want every raw palette color available by name. Best for websites, landing pages, and design system variables.

Use when: you need the actual colors.
:root {
  --color-steel-blue: #1F4E79;
  --color-slate-blue: #49759C;
  --color-sky-blue: #7AAED3;
  --color-slate-gray: #708090;
  --color-steel-teal: #5A748E;
  --color-white: #FFFFFF;
  --color-lavender-mist: #F5F7FA;
  --color-charcoal: #2C3E50;
}

Role tokens

Use these in CSS when colors are assigned to practical jobs like text, buttons, borders, links, and backgrounds.

Use when: you need UI roles, not just swatches.
:root {
  --role-logo: #1F4E79;
  --role-link: #1F4E79;
  --role-btn-primary-bg: #1F4E79;
  --role-btn-outlined-border: #1F4E79;
  --role-btn-outlined-text: #1F4E79;
  --role-headline: #49759C;
  --role-btn-secondary-bg: #49759C;
  --role-icon: #708090;
  --role-border: #708090;
  --role-divider: #708090;
  --role-outline: #708090;
  --role-bg-light: #FFFFFF;
  --role-btn-primary-text: #FFFFFF;
  --role-btn-secondary-text: #FFFFFF;
  --role-bg-dark: #F5F7FA;
  --role-text: #2C3E50;
}

JSON

Use this structured palette data in apps, generators, plugins, or tools that need to read the palette programmatically.

Use when: a developer or app needs data.
{
    "steel-blue": "#1F4E79",
    "slate-blue": "#49759C",
    "sky-blue": "#7AAED3",
    "slate-gray": "#708090",
    "steel-teal": "#5A748E",
    "white": "#FFFFFF",
    "lavender-mist": "#F5F7FA",
    "charcoal": "#2C3E50"
}

Moving gradient background

Copy the animated radial gradient background from the visualizer, with this palette already applied.

Use when: you want the hero gradient effect.
<div class="colorfly-moving-gradient-bg">
  <span class="colorfly-gradient-spark" aria-hidden="true"></span>
  <div>
    <small>Motion gradient</small>
    <h2>Gradient background</h2>
    <p>A moving brand gradient built from your palette.</p>
  </div>
</div>

<style>
.colorfly-moving-gradient-bg {
  --gradient-anchor: #1F4E79;
  --gradient-partner: #849EB5;
  --gradient-accent: #708090;
  --gradient-text: #FFFFFF;
  position: relative;
  display: grid;
  place-items: center;
  min-height: 340px;
  overflow: hidden;
  padding: 42px;
  color: var(--gradient-text);
  border-radius: 28px;
  background:
    radial-gradient(circle at 20% 82%, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-accent) 48%, transparent) 0 14%, transparent 42%),
    radial-gradient(circle at 84% 18%, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-partner) 52%, transparent) 0 16%, transparent 46%),
    linear-gradient(135deg, var(--gradient-anchor), color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-anchor) 72%, black 18%), var(--gradient-partner), var(--gradient-anchor));
  background-size: 160% 160%, 180% 180%, 240% 240%;
  animation: colorfly-gradient-bg 10.5s cubic-bezier(.72, 0, .22, 1) infinite;
}
.colorfly-moving-gradient-bg > div {
  position: relative;
  z-index: 1;
  max-width: 640px;
  text-align: center;
}
.colorfly-moving-gradient-bg::before,
.colorfly-moving-gradient-bg::after,
.colorfly-gradient-spark {
  content: "";
  position: absolute;
  z-index: 0;
  aspect-ratio: 1;
  border-radius: 50%;
  pointer-events: none;
  mix-blend-mode: screen;
}
.colorfly-moving-gradient-bg::before {
  left: -10%;
  top: -18%;
  width: min(520px, 72%);
  background:
    radial-gradient(circle, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-partner) 88%, white 8%) 0%, transparent 66%),
    radial-gradient(circle at 68% 32%, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-accent) 58%, white 10%) 0%, transparent 38%);
  opacity: .86;
  animation: colorfly-gradient-orb-one 11s cubic-bezier(.65, 0, .22, 1) infinite;
}
.colorfly-moving-gradient-bg::after {
  right: -12%;
  bottom: -24%;
  width: min(620px, 82%);
  background:
    radial-gradient(circle, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-accent) 86%, white 6%) 0%, transparent 68%),
    radial-gradient(circle at 28% 72%, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-partner) 62%, white 8%) 0%, transparent 42%);
  opacity: .78;
  animation: colorfly-gradient-orb-two 12.8s cubic-bezier(.56, 0, .25, 1) infinite;
}
.colorfly-gradient-spark {
  left: 42%;
  top: 44%;
  width: min(360px, 54%);
  background: radial-gradient(circle, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-anchor) 64%, white 12%) 0%, transparent 62%);
  opacity: .46;
  animation: colorfly-gradient-spark 9.2s cubic-bezier(.62, 0, .2, 1) infinite;
}
@keyframes colorfly-gradient-bg {
  0%, 100% { background-position: 0% 46%, 100% 24%, 0% 50%; }
  18% { background-position: 44% 88%, 58% 12%, 34% 22%; }
  39% { background-position: 86% 38%, 18% 74%, 86% 64%; }
  63% { background-position: 26% 16%, 84% 92%, 42% 100%; }
  82% { background-position: 68% 68%, 32% 30%, 100% 34%; }
}
@keyframes colorfly-gradient-orb-one {
  0%, 100% { transform: translate3d(0, 0, 0) scale(1); }
  22% { transform: translate3d(78%, 22%, 0) scale(1.12); }
  47% { transform: translate3d(44%, 86%, 0) scale(.92); }
  72% { transform: translate3d(112%, 56%, 0) scale(1.2); }
}
@keyframes colorfly-gradient-orb-two {
  0%, 100% { transform: translate3d(0, 0, 0) scale(1.08); }
  19% { transform: translate3d(-48%, -18%, 0) scale(.9); }
  53% { transform: translate3d(-92%, -62%, 0) scale(1.14); }
  79% { transform: translate3d(-22%, -86%, 0) scale(.98); }
}
@keyframes colorfly-gradient-spark {
  0%, 100% { transform: translate3d(-12%, -8%, 0) scale(.84); }
  28% { transform: translate3d(52%, -34%, 0) scale(1.08); }
  58% { transform: translate3d(-44%, 38%, 0) scale(.96); }
  84% { transform: translate3d(20%, 28%, 0) scale(1.18); }
}
</style>

Moving gradient text

Copy the animated gradient text treatment from the visualizer, generated from the main and support colors.

Use when: you want gradient headline text.
<div class="colorfly-gradient-text-card">
  <small>Gradient type</small>
  <h2>Gradient on text</h2>
  <p>A moving text gradient built from your palette.</p>
</div>

<style>
.colorfly-gradient-text-card {
  --gradient-text-a: #1F4E79;
  --gradient-text-b: #849EB5;
  --gradient-text-c: #708090;
  position: relative;
  display: grid;
  place-items: center;
  min-height: 310px;
  overflow: hidden;
  padding: 42px;
  text-align: center;
  border-radius: 28px;
  background:
    radial-gradient(circle at 14% 18%, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-text-a) 8%, transparent), transparent 28%),
    linear-gradient(135deg, #fff, #fbfbfd);
}
.colorfly-gradient-text-card::before,
.colorfly-gradient-text-card::after {
  content: "";
  position: absolute;
  pointer-events: none;
  border-radius: 50%;
  filter: blur(2px);
}
.colorfly-gradient-text-card::before {
  left: 9%;
  top: 15%;
  width: min(330px, 48%);
  aspect-ratio: 1;
  background: radial-gradient(circle, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-text-a) 20%, transparent) 0%, transparent 68%);
  animation: colorfly-gradient-text-glow-one 8s cubic-bezier(.62, 0, .2, 1) infinite;
}
.colorfly-gradient-text-card::after {
  right: 7%;
  bottom: 6%;
  width: min(360px, 52%);
  aspect-ratio: 1;
  background: radial-gradient(circle, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-text-c) 18%, transparent) 0%, transparent 70%);
  animation: colorfly-gradient-text-glow-two 9.5s cubic-bezier(.56, 0, .25, 1) infinite;
}
.colorfly-gradient-text-card small,
.colorfly-gradient-text-card p {
  position: relative;
  z-index: 1;
  color: #65616d;
}
.colorfly-gradient-text-card h2 {
  position: relative;
  z-index: 1;
  margin: 10px 0 12px;
  color: transparent;
  font-size: clamp(42px, 8vw, 96px);
  line-height: .92;
  background:
    radial-gradient(circle at 18% 50%, var(--gradient-text-b) 0 12%, transparent 38%),
    radial-gradient(circle at 82% 44%, var(--gradient-text-c) 0 14%, transparent 40%),
    linear-gradient(100deg, var(--gradient-text-a), var(--gradient-text-b), var(--gradient-text-c), var(--gradient-text-a));
  background-size: 220% 220%, 240% 240%, 280% 100%;
  -webkit-background-clip: text;
  background-clip: text;
  animation: colorfly-gradient-text-shift 6.2s cubic-bezier(.68, 0, .22, 1) infinite;
}
@keyframes colorfly-gradient-text-shift {
  0%, 100% { background-position: 8% 52%, 92% 42%, 0% 50%; }
  27% { background-position: 78% 18%, 28% 82%, 42% 50%; }
  61% { background-position: 36% 92%, 86% 24%, 100% 50%; }
  84% { background-position: 92% 48%, 18% 40%, 58% 50%; }
}
@keyframes colorfly-gradient-text-glow-one {
  0%, 100% { transform: translate3d(0, 0, 0) scale(.92); }
  42% { transform: translate3d(80%, 32%, 0) scale(1.12); }
  72% { transform: translate3d(28%, 86%, 0) scale(.98); }
}
@keyframes colorfly-gradient-text-glow-two {
  0%, 100% { transform: translate3d(0, 0, 0) scale(1); }
  36% { transform: translate3d(-62%, -18%, 0) scale(.9); }
  76% { transform: translate3d(-36%, -78%, 0) scale(1.12); }
}
</style>
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