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Cornflower

#769AAF

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
769AAF
RGB
118, 154, 175
HSL
202, 26%, 57%
HSB
202, 33%, 69%
CMYK
33, 12, 0, 31
LAB
61, -9, -15
LCH
61, 18, 240
OKLCH
0.67, 0.05, 234
XYZ
27, 30, 45
LUV
61, -18, -21
HWB
202, 46%, 31%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

Analogous
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Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

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