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Cornflower

#588EDC

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
588EDC
RGB
88, 142, 220
HSL
215, 65%, 60%
HSB
215, 60%, 86%
CMYK
60, 35, 0, 14
LAB
58, 0, -46
LCH
58, 46, 270
OKLCH
0.64, 0.13, 258
XYZ
27, 27, 71
LUV
58, -24, -71
HWB
215, 35%, 14%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

Analogous
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Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

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