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Cornflower

#6494E1

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
6494E1
RGB
100, 148, 225
HSL
217, 68%, 64%
HSB
217, 56%, 88%
CMYK
56, 34, 0, 12
LAB
60, 1, -45
LCH
60, 45, 271
OKLCH
0.67, 0.13, 259
XYZ
29, 29, 75
LUV
60, -22, -70
HWB
217, 39%, 12%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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