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Sky Blue

#04ABC4

A balanced, moderate sky blue — 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

04ABC4

RGB

4, 171, 196

HSL

188, 96%, 39%

HSB

188, 98%, 77%

CMYK

98, 13, 0, 23

LAB

64, -31, -24

LCH

64, 39, 217

OKLCH

0.68, 0.12, 213

XYZ

25, 33, 57

LUV

64, -47, -32

HWB

188, 2%, 23%

Pantone

311 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Tetradic

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Shades & tints

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