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Cornflower

#879EBE

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
879EBE
RGB
135, 158, 190
HSL
215, 30%, 64%
HSB
215, 29%, 75%
CMYK
29, 17, 0, 25
LAB
64, -3, -19
LCH
64, 20, 262
OKLCH
0.69, 0.05, 257
XYZ
32, 33, 53
LUV
64, -13, -29
HWB
215, 53%, 25%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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