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Cornflower

#899AB4

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
899AB4
RGB
137, 154, 180
HSL
216, 22%, 62%
HSB
216, 24%, 71%
CMYK
24, 14, 0, 29
LAB
63, -2, -16
LCH
63, 16, 263
OKLCH
0.68, 0.04, 259
XYZ
30, 32, 48
LUV
63, -10, -23
HWB
216, 54%, 29%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

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