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Cornflower

#68A3DB

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
68A3DB
RGB
104, 163, 219
HSL
209, 61%, 63%
HSB
209, 53%, 86%
CMYK
53, 26, 0, 14
LAB
65, -8, -35
LCH
65, 36, 257
OKLCH
0.70, 0.10, 248
XYZ
32, 34, 72
LUV
65, -27, -53
HWB
209, 41%, 14%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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