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Cornflower

#819EB2

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
819EB2
RGB
129, 158, 178
HSL
204, 24%, 60%
HSB
204, 28%, 70%
CMYK
28, 11, 0, 30
LAB
63, -7, -14
LCH
63, 16, 244
OKLCH
0.68, 0.04, 238
XYZ
29, 32, 47
LUV
63, -15, -20
HWB
204, 51%, 30%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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