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Cornflower

#4EA3CE

A balanced, moderate 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
4EA3CE
RGB
78, 163, 206
HSL
200, 57%, 56%
HSB
200, 62%, 81%
CMYK
62, 21, 0, 19
LAB
63, -17, -30
LCH
63, 35, 241
OKLCH
0.68, 0.10, 233
XYZ
27, 32, 63
LUV
63, -34, -44
HWB
200, 31%, 19%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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