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Cornflower

#6497DA

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
6497DA
RGB
100, 151, 218
HSL
214, 61%, 62%
HSB
214, 54%, 85%
CMYK
54, 31, 0, 15
LAB
61, -3, -40
LCH
61, 40, 266
OKLCH
0.67, 0.11, 256
XYZ
29, 30, 71
LUV
61, -24, -62
HWB
214, 39%, 15%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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