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Cornflower

#528DDB

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
528DDB
RGB
82, 141, 219
HSL
214, 66%, 59%
HSB
214, 63%, 86%
CMYK
63, 36, 0, 14
LAB
57, -1, -46
LCH
57, 46, 268
OKLCH
0.64, 0.13, 256
XYZ
26, 26, 71
LUV
57, -25, -71
HWB
214, 32%, 14%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

Analogous
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Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

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