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Cornflower

#7CA1BB

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
7CA1BB
RGB
124, 161, 187
HSL
205, 32%, 61%
HSB
205, 34%, 73%
CMYK
34, 14, 0, 27
LAB
64, -8, -18
LCH
64, 20, 245
OKLCH
0.69, 0.06, 239
XYZ
30, 33, 52
LUV
64, -19, -26
HWB
205, 49%, 27%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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