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Sky Blue

#87D9EF

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
87D9EF
RGB
135, 217, 239
HSL
193, 76%, 73%
HSB
193, 44%, 94%
CMYK
44, 9, 0, 6
LAB
82, -22, -19
LCH
82, 29, 221
OKLCH
0.84, 0.09, 217
XYZ
50, 61, 91
LUV
82, -37, -26
HWB
193, 53%, 6%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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