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Cornflower

#498FFB

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
498FFB
RGB
73, 143, 251
HSL
216, 96%, 64%
HSB
216, 71%, 98%
CMYK
71, 43, 0, 2
LAB
59, 5, -62
LCH
59, 62, 275
OKLCH
0.66, 0.18, 259
XYZ
30, 28, 95
LUV
59, -27, -96
HWB
216, 29%, 2%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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