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Cornflower

#7EAAE3

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
7EAAE3
RGB
126, 170, 227
HSL
214, 64%, 69%
HSB
214, 44%, 89%
CMYK
44, 25, 0, 11
LAB
68, -4, -34
LCH
68, 34, 263
OKLCH
0.73, 0.10, 255
XYZ
37, 39, 78
LUV
68, -22, -53
HWB
214, 49%, 11%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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