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Cornflower

#779AB0

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
779AB0
RGB
119, 154, 176
HSL
203, 27%, 58%
HSB
203, 32%, 69%
CMYK
32, 13, 0, 31
LAB
62, -8, -16
LCH
62, 18, 242
OKLCH
0.67, 0.05, 236
XYZ
27, 30, 45
LUV
62, -18, -22
HWB
203, 47%, 31%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

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Triadic
Tetradic
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Shades & tints

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