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Cornflower

#689CBB

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
689CBB
RGB
104, 156, 187
HSL
202, 38%, 57%
HSB
202, 44%, 73%
CMYK
44, 17, 0, 27
LAB
62, -12, -22
LCH
62, 25, 242
OKLCH
0.67, 0.07, 236
XYZ
27, 30, 51
LUV
62, -25, -31
HWB
202, 41%, 27%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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