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Cornflower

#5698FA

A balanced, vivid 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
5698FA
RGB
86, 152, 250
HSL
216, 94%, 66%
HSB
216, 66%, 98%
CMYK
66, 39, 0, 2
LAB
62, 2, -56
LCH
62, 56, 272
OKLCH
0.68, 0.16, 258
XYZ
32, 31, 95
LUV
62, -27, -88
HWB
216, 34%, 2%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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