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Cornflower

#588FDF

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
588FDF
RGB
88, 143, 223
HSL
216, 68%, 61%
HSB
216, 61%, 87%
CMYK
61, 36, 0, 13
LAB
58, 0, -47
LCH
58, 47, 270
OKLCH
0.65, 0.13, 258
XYZ
27, 27, 74
LUV
58, -24, -73
HWB
216, 35%, 13%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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