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Sky Blue

#17A8DB

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

17A8DB

RGB

23, 168, 219

HSL

196, 81%, 47%

HSB

196, 89%, 86%

CMYK

89, 23, 0, 14

LAB

64, -23, -36

LCH

64, 43, 238

OKLCH

0.69, 0.13, 230

XYZ

27, 33, 72

LUV

64, -43, -54

HWB

196, 9%, 14%

Pantone

311 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Triadic

Tetradic

Square

Shades & tints

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