skyblue 2

#7EC0EE

X11 color

Skyblue 2 (#7EC0EE) is a medium-bright, clean blue from the X11 Sky Blue series, slightly deeper than the brightest variant with a balanced freshness that makes it one of the most naturally sky-like blues in the series. Used widely in digital painting for sky rendering, weather applications, and clean backgrounds, it provides a convincing, natural sky colour that reads as both bright and calm. The slight depth adds realism compared to the very lightest variants.

Color Values

HEX

#7EC0EE

RGB

126, 192, 238

HSL

204.6, 76.7%, 71.4%

HSV

204.6, 47.1%, 93.3%

CMYK

47.1%, 19.3%, 0.0%, 6.7%

OKLCH

0.7808 0.0941 240.0

Properties

Color Psychology

Light blues are universally associated with clear skies, serenity, and trustworthiness. They lower blood pressure and heart rate, making them the most psychologically calming chromatic colors. Baby blue in particular symbolizes gentleness, innocence, and reliable safety.

Design Usage

Soft blues are the most widely used background color in enterprise software, social media, and healthcare apps. They create a professional yet friendly atmosphere that encourages prolonged engagement. Use them for empty states, onboarding screens, and informational banners that should feel non-threatening.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #7EC0EE;
color: #7EC0EE;
border-color: #7EC0EE;
Nearest Tailwind: Blue 300 #93C5FD

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.97:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

10.66:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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