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Cornflower

#478EFF

A balanced, vivid cornflower — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

Psychology

Blue is the world's most-preferred color across age, gender, and culture. It lowers heart rate, conveys stability and trust, and reads as professional almost regardless of context.

Meaning

Trust, authority, and depth — which is why it anchors finance, healthcare, government, and big-tech logos. Lighter blues feel airy and aspirational; navy and midnight feel established.

Applications

Foundational for SaaS, fintech, and enterprise interfaces. Mix with warm accents to avoid the corporate-blue trap of looking like every competitor.

Conversion

HEX
478EFF
RGB
71, 142, 255
HSL
217, 100%, 64%
HSB
217, 72%, 100%
CMYK
72, 44, 0, 0
LAB
59, 6, -64
LCH
59, 64, 276
OKLCH
0.66, 0.18, 259
XYZ
30, 28, 98
LUV
59, -27, -100
HWB
217, 28%, 0%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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