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Cornflower

#7D9BCA

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
7D9BCA
RGB
125, 155, 202
HSL
217, 42%, 64%
HSB
217, 38%, 79%
CMYK
38, 23, 0, 21
LAB
63, -2, -28
LCH
63, 28, 266
OKLCH
0.68, 0.08, 259
XYZ
31, 32, 60
LUV
63, -16, -43
HWB
217, 49%, 21%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

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Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

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