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Cornflower

#4EA3D3

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
4EA3D3
RGB
78, 163, 211
HSL
202, 60%, 57%
HSB
202, 63%, 83%
CMYK
63, 23, 0, 17
LAB
63, -16, -33
LCH
63, 36, 245
OKLCH
0.68, 0.11, 236
XYZ
28, 33, 66
LUV
63, -34, -49
HWB
202, 31%, 17%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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