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Cornflower

#549FF9

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
549FF9
RGB
84, 159, 249
HSL
213, 93%, 65%
HSB
213, 66%, 98%
CMYK
66, 36, 0, 2
LAB
64, -2, -53
LCH
64, 53, 267
OKLCH
0.70, 0.15, 254
XYZ
33, 34, 94
LUV
64, -30, -83
HWB
213, 33%, 2%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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