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Cornflower

#7E97B1

A balanced, muted 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
7E97B1
RGB
126, 151, 177
HSL
211, 25%, 59%
HSB
211, 29%, 69%
CMYK
29, 15, 0, 31
LAB
61, -4, -17
LCH
61, 17, 255
OKLCH
0.67, 0.05, 250
XYZ
28, 30, 46
LUV
61, -14, -24
HWB
211, 49%, 31%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

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