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Sky Blue

#12ABBC

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

12ABBC

RGB

18, 171, 188

HSL

186, 83%, 40%

HSB

186, 90%, 74%

CMYK

90, 9, 0, 26

LAB

64, -33, -20

LCH

64, 38, 211

OKLCH

0.68, 0.11, 208

XYZ

24, 33, 53

LUV

64, -47, -25

HWB

186, 7%, 26%

Pantone

311 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Shades & tints

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