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Cornflower

#629DEC

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
629DEC
RGB
98, 157, 236
HSL
214, 78%, 65%
HSB
214, 58%, 93%
CMYK
58, 33, 0, 7
LAB
63, -2, -46
LCH
63, 46, 268
OKLCH
0.69, 0.13, 256
XYZ
32, 33, 84
LUV
63, -26, -73
HWB
214, 38%, 7%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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