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Cornflower

#6897E2

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
6897E2
RGB
104, 151, 226
HSL
217, 68%, 65%
HSB
217, 54%, 89%
CMYK
54, 33, 0, 11
LAB
62, 0, -44
LCH
62, 44, 270
OKLCH
0.68, 0.12, 259
XYZ
30, 31, 76
LUV
62, -22, -68
HWB
217, 41%, 11%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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