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Sky Blue

#48ABB4

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

48ABB4

RGB

72, 171, 180

HSL

185, 43%, 49%

HSB

185, 60%, 71%

CMYK

60, 5, 0, 29

LAB

64, -28, -14

LCH

64, 31, 206

OKLCH

0.69, 0.09, 203

XYZ

25, 34, 48

LUV

64, -40, -16

HWB

185, 28%, 29%

Pantone

311 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Triadic

Tetradic

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Shades & tints

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