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Cornflower

#618DD2

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
618DD2
RGB
97, 141, 210
HSL
217, 56%, 60%
HSB
217, 54%, 82%
CMYK
54, 33, 0, 18
LAB
58, 0, -41
LCH
58, 41, 270
OKLCH
0.64, 0.11, 259
XYZ
26, 26, 65
LUV
58, -21, -63
HWB
217, 38%, 18%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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