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Cornflower

#899FB9

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

899FB9

RGB

137, 159, 185

HSL

213, 26%, 63%

HSB

213, 26%, 73%

CMYK

26, 14, 0, 27

LAB

64, -4, -16

LCH

64, 17, 258

OKLCH

0.69, 0.05, 253

XYZ

31, 34, 51

LUV

64, -12, -24

HWB

213, 54%, 27%

Pantone

Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Shades & tints

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