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Cornflower

#5FA2C7

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
5FA2C7
RGB
95, 162, 199
HSL
201, 48%, 58%
HSB
201, 52%, 78%
CMYK
52, 19, 0, 22
LAB
63, -14, -26
LCH
63, 30, 241
OKLCH
0.68, 0.09, 234
XYZ
28, 32, 59
LUV
63, -30, -38
HWB
201, 37%, 22%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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