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Cornflower

#779AAE

A balanced, muted 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
779AAE
RGB
119, 154, 174
HSL
202, 25%, 57%
HSB
202, 32%, 68%
CMYK
32, 11, 0, 32
LAB
62, -9, -15
LCH
62, 17, 239
OKLCH
0.67, 0.05, 234
XYZ
27, 30, 44
LUV
62, -18, -20
HWB
202, 47%, 32%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

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Tetradic
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Shades & tints

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