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Cornflower

#709DD6

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
709DD6
RGB
112, 157, 214
HSL
214, 55%, 64%
HSB
214, 48%, 84%
CMYK
48, 27, 0, 16
LAB
63, -4, -34
LCH
63, 35, 264
OKLCH
0.69, 0.10, 255
XYZ
31, 32, 68
LUV
63, -22, -53
HWB
214, 44%, 16%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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