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Cornflower

#7CB0EC

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
7CB0EC
RGB
124, 176, 236
HSL
212, 75%, 71%
HSB
212, 47%, 93%
CMYK
47, 25, 0, 7
LAB
70, -6, -36
LCH
70, 36, 261
OKLCH
0.74, 0.10, 253
XYZ
39, 41, 85
LUV
70, -25, -56
HWB
212, 49%, 7%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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