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Cornflower

#729EBB

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
729EBB
RGB
114, 158, 187
HSL
204, 35%, 59%
HSB
204, 39%, 73%
CMYK
39, 16, 0, 27
LAB
63, -10, -20
LCH
63, 22, 244
OKLCH
0.68, 0.06, 238
XYZ
28, 32, 52
LUV
63, -22, -29
HWB
204, 45%, 27%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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