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Sky Blue

#08A6BF

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

08A6BF

RGB

8, 166, 191

HSL

188, 92%, 39%

HSB

188, 96%, 75%

CMYK

96, 13, 0, 25

LAB

62, -30, -24

LCH

62, 38, 218

OKLCH

0.67, 0.12, 214

XYZ

23, 31, 54

LUV

62, -45, -31

HWB

188, 3%, 25%

Pantone

311 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Triadic

Tetradic

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Shades & tints

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