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Cornflower

#89B4E7

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
89B4E7
RGB
137, 180, 231
HSL
213, 66%, 72%
HSB
213, 41%, 91%
CMYK
41, 22, 0, 9
LAB
72, -5, -31
LCH
72, 31, 260
OKLCH
0.76, 0.09, 253
XYZ
41, 44, 82
LUV
72, -22, -47
HWB
213, 54%, 9%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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