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Cornflower

#4EABE1

A light, 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
4EABE1
RGB
78, 171, 225
HSL
202, 71%, 59%
HSB
202, 65%, 88%
CMYK
65, 24, 0, 12
LAB
66, -16, -36
LCH
66, 39, 246
OKLCH
0.71, 0.12, 237
XYZ
31, 36, 77
LUV
66, -36, -54
HWB
202, 31%, 12%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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