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Cornflower

#4E90F8

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
4E90F8
RGB
78, 144, 248
HSL
217, 92%, 64%
HSB
217, 69%, 97%
CMYK
69, 42, 0, 3
LAB
59, 4, -59
LCH
59, 59, 274
OKLCH
0.66, 0.17, 259
XYZ
30, 28, 93
LUV
59, -26, -93
HWB
217, 31%, 3%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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