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Cornflower

#5EA6CE

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
5EA6CE
RGB
94, 166, 206
HSL
201, 53%, 59%
HSB
201, 54%, 81%
CMYK
54, 19, 0, 19
LAB
65, -15, -28
LCH
65, 32, 242
OKLCH
0.69, 0.09, 235
XYZ
29, 34, 63
LUV
65, -31, -41
HWB
201, 37%, 19%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

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