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Cornflower

#519CFD

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
519CFD
RGB
81, 156, 253
HSL
214, 98%, 65%
HSB
214, 68%, 99%
CMYK
68, 38, 0, 1
LAB
63, 0, -56
LCH
63, 56, 270
OKLCH
0.69, 0.16, 256
XYZ
33, 33, 97
LUV
63, -29, -88
HWB
214, 32%, 1%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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