Back to all colors

Sky Blue

#48A5BF

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
48A5BF
RGB
72, 165, 191
HSL
193, 48%, 52%
HSB
193, 62%, 75%
CMYK
62, 14, 0, 25
LAB
63, -23, -22
LCH
63, 32, 224
OKLCH
0.68, 0.09, 219
XYZ
26, 32, 54
LUV
63, -37, -30
HWB
193, 28%, 25%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

Analogous
Complementary
Split Complementary
Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

Similar named colors

Browse every named teal on shades of teal, or all families on colors.