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Sky Blue

#1CAACB

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

1CAACB

RGB

28, 170, 203

HSL

191, 76%, 45%

HSB

191, 86%, 80%

CMYK

86, 16, 0, 20

LAB

64, -28, -27

LCH

64, 39, 225

OKLCH

0.68, 0.12, 219

XYZ

26, 33, 62

LUV

64, -44, -38

HWB

191, 11%, 20%

Pantone

311 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Shades & tints

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