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Cornflower

#7897B2

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
7897B2
RGB
120, 151, 178
HSL
208, 27%, 58%
HSB
208, 33%, 70%
CMYK
33, 15, 0, 30
LAB
61, -6, -18
LCH
61, 19, 251
OKLCH
0.66, 0.05, 245
XYZ
27, 29, 46
LUV
61, -16, -26
HWB
208, 47%, 30%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

Analogous
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Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

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