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Cornflower

#5694EE

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
5694EE
RGB
86, 148, 238
HSL
216, 82%, 64%
HSB
216, 64%, 93%
CMYK
64, 38, 0, 7
LAB
60, 1, -52
LCH
60, 52, 271
OKLCH
0.67, 0.15, 258
XYZ
30, 29, 85
LUV
60, -26, -82
HWB
216, 34%, 7%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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