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Cornflower

#729FBD

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
729FBD
RGB
114, 159, 189
HSL
204, 36%, 59%
HSB
204, 40%, 74%
CMYK
40, 16, 0, 26
LAB
63, -10, -21
LCH
63, 23, 244
OKLCH
0.68, 0.07, 238
XYZ
29, 32, 53
LUV
63, -22, -30
HWB
204, 45%, 26%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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