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Cornflower

#6E9ABC

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
6E9ABC
RGB
110, 154, 188
HSL
206, 37%, 58%
HSB
206, 41%, 74%
CMYK
41, 18, 0, 26
LAB
61, -9, -23
LCH
61, 24, 249
OKLCH
0.67, 0.07, 242
XYZ
27, 30, 52
LUV
61, -22, -33
HWB
206, 43%, 26%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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