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Cornflower

#6CA0DE

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
6CA0DE
RGB
108, 160, 222
HSL
213, 63%, 65%
HSB
213, 51%, 87%
CMYK
51, 28, 0, 13
LAB
64, -5, -37
LCH
64, 38, 263
OKLCH
0.69, 0.11, 254
XYZ
32, 34, 74
LUV
64, -24, -58
HWB
213, 42%, 13%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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