cornflowerblue

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6495ED?

RGB(100, 149, 237), HSL(218.5, 79.2%, 66.1%), CMYK(57.8%, 37.1%, 0.0%, 7.1%).

Q: Does #6495ED meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.97:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

#6495ED

CSS color

Cornflower Blue (#6495ED) is a medium-bright blue CSS named color with lavender undertones, directly referencing the blue wildflower Centaurea cyanus. It is a beloved web design color for its balanced saturation—not as intense as pure blue, yet clearly blue and visually engaging. It has long been associated with Microsoft FrontPage and early web design aesthetics.

Color Values

HEX

#6495ED

RGB

100, 149, 237

HSL

218.5, 79.2%, 66.1%

HSV

218.5, 57.8%, 92.9%

CMYK

57.8%, 37.1%, 0.0%, 7.1%

OKLCH

0.6746 0.1414 261.3

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: cornflowerblue

Color Psychology

Light blues are universally associated with clear skies, serenity, and trustworthiness. They lower blood pressure and heart rate, making them the most psychologically calming chromatic colors. Baby blue in particular symbolizes gentleness, innocence, and reliable safety.

Design Usage

Soft blues are the most widely used background color in enterprise software, social media, and healthcare apps. They create a professional yet friendly atmosphere that encourages prolonged engagement. Use them for empty states, onboarding screens, and informational banners that should feel non-threatening.