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Sky Blue

#49B7FF

A light, 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
49B7FF
RGB
73, 183, 255
HSL
204, 100%, 64%
HSB
204, 71%, 100%
CMYK
71, 28, 0, 0
LAB
71, -15, -46
LCH
71, 48, 252
OKLCH
0.75, 0.14, 241
XYZ
38, 42, 101
LUV
71, -40, -71
HWB
204, 29%, 0%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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