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Cornflower

#579AD8

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
579AD8
RGB
87, 154, 216
HSL
209, 62%, 59%
HSB
209, 60%, 85%
CMYK
60, 29, 0, 15
LAB
61, -8, -39
LCH
61, 40, 259
OKLCH
0.67, 0.12, 248
XYZ
28, 30, 69
LUV
61, -28, -59
HWB
209, 34%, 15%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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