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Cornflower

#5AA0FF

A light, 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
5AA0FF
RGB
90, 160, 255
HSL
215, 100%, 68%
HSB
215, 65%, 100%
CMYK
65, 37, 0, 0
LAB
65, 0, -55
LCH
65, 55, 270
OKLCH
0.70, 0.16, 257
XYZ
35, 35, 99
LUV
65, -29, -87
HWB
215, 35%, 0%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

Analogous
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Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

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