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Cornflower

#6995CA

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
6995CA
RGB
105, 149, 202
HSL
213, 48%, 60%
HSB
213, 48%, 79%
CMYK
48, 26, 0, 21
LAB
60, -4, -32
LCH
60, 33, 262
OKLCH
0.66, 0.09, 254
XYZ
27, 29, 60
LUV
60, -21, -49
HWB
213, 41%, 21%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C

Harmonies

Analogous
Complementary
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Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

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