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Cornflower

#6AA0EB

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
6AA0EB
RGB
106, 160, 235
HSL
215, 76%, 67%
HSB
215, 55%, 92%
CMYK
55, 32, 0, 8
LAB
65, -2, -44
LCH
65, 44, 267
OKLCH
0.70, 0.12, 257
XYZ
34, 34, 83
LUV
65, -25, -69
HWB
215, 42%, 8%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

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