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Cornflower

#579BF0

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
579BF0
RGB
87, 155, 240
HSL
213, 84%, 64%
HSB
213, 64%, 94%
CMYK
64, 35, 0, 6
LAB
62, -2, -50
LCH
62, 50, 268
OKLCH
0.68, 0.14, 255
XYZ
31, 32, 87
LUV
62, -28, -78
HWB
213, 34%, 6%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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