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Cornflower

#7CA7E6

A light, 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
7CA7E6
RGB
124, 167, 230
HSL
216, 68%, 69%
HSB
216, 46%, 90%
CMYK
46, 27, 0, 10
LAB
67, -2, -37
LCH
67, 37, 266
OKLCH
0.72, 0.10, 258
XYZ
36, 38, 80
LUV
67, -22, -58
HWB
216, 49%, 10%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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