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Cornflower

#6595DF

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
6595DF
RGB
101, 149, 223
HSL
216, 66%, 64%
HSB
216, 55%, 87%
CMYK
55, 33, 0, 13
LAB
61, 0, -43
LCH
61, 43, 270
OKLCH
0.67, 0.12, 259
XYZ
29, 30, 74
LUV
61, -22, -67
HWB
216, 40%, 13%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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