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Cornflower

#6CA0EC

A light, 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
6CA0EC
RGB
108, 160, 236
HSL
216, 77%, 67%
HSB
216, 54%, 93%
CMYK
54, 32, 0, 7
LAB
65, -1, -44
LCH
65, 44, 268
OKLCH
0.70, 0.13, 258
XYZ
34, 34, 84
LUV
65, -24, -69
HWB
216, 42%, 7%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

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