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Cornflower

#528EEC

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
528EEC
RGB
82, 142, 236
HSL
217, 80%, 62%
HSB
217, 65%, 93%
CMYK
65, 40, 0, 7
LAB
58, 3, -54
LCH
58, 54, 273
OKLCH
0.65, 0.15, 259
XYZ
28, 27, 83
LUV
58, -25, -84
HWB
217, 32%, 7%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

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