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Sky Blue

#87CCF7

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
87CCF7
RGB
135, 204, 247
HSL
203, 88%, 75%
HSB
203, 45%, 97%
CMYK
45, 17, 0, 3
LAB
79, -14, -28
LCH
79, 32, 244
OKLCH
0.82, 0.09, 237
XYZ
48, 55, 96
LUV
79, -32, -43
HWB
203, 53%, 3%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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