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Sky Blue

#98B1CB

A light, muted 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

98B1CB

RGB

152, 177, 203

HSL

211, 33%, 70%

HSB

211, 25%, 80%

CMYK

25, 13, 0, 20

LAB

71, -5, -16

LCH

71, 17, 254

OKLCH

0.75, 0.05, 249

XYZ

39, 42, 63

LUV

71, -14, -24

HWB

211, 60%, 20%

Pantone

5523 C

Harmonies

Analogous

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Triadic

Tetradic

Square

Shades & tints

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