Picton Blue (#45b1e8) Color Meaning, Values and Psychology

Picton Blue (#45b1e8) Color Information

Picton Blue (#45b1e8) RGB value is (69, 177, 232). The hex color red value is 69, green is 177, and blue is 232. Its HSL format shows a hue of 200°, saturation of 78%, and lightness of 59%, while the CMYK process values are 70%, 24%, 0%, and 9%.

Colors that pair well with Picton Blue (#45b1e8) include Turquoise (#40E0D0), Royal Blue (#4169E1), and Paradise Pink (#E63E62), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Deep Pink (#F653A6), Inchworm (#B2EC5D), and Light Red Ochre (#E97451) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.

Clear image showing Picton Blue color swatch with hex value #45B1E8 and RGB value (69,177,232)

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Picton Blue (#45b1e8) Color Meaning

Picton Blue (#45B1E8) is a soft, bright turquoise-like blue with a clear, crisp quality. It belongs to the blue-green family, merging the tranquility of blue with refreshing green undertones. Historically, turquoise shades like Picton Blue were associated with protection, communication, and spiritual clarity in art and jewelry. The color conveys optimism, calm, and clarity. Picton Blue (#45B1E8) is often applied in wellness spaces, branding, and fashion for a fresh and modern feel. Its vibrant yet gentle tone evokes openness and ease. In cultural contexts, blue-green shades symbolize renewal, protection, and harmony. Picton Blue (#45B1E8) resonates with water and sky imagery, enhancing meditation, emotional clarity, and creative inspiration. It also conveys modernity, calmness, and approachability.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Picton Blue (#45b1e8) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX

#45b1e8

RGB

rgb(69, 177, 232)

HSL

hsl(200°, 78%, 59%)

CMYK

cmyk(70%, 24%, 0%, 9%)

HSV

hsv(200°, 70%, 91%)

XYZ

32.7419 38.5357 82.0564

Yxy

38.5357 0.2135 0.2513

Hunter Lab

62.0771 -2.2422 -7.3369

CIE-Lab

68.4136 -13.3487 -36.4633

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Picton Blue (#45b1e8) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red69 / 255 (27%)

27%

Green177 / 255 (69%)

69%

Blue232 / 255 (91%)

91%

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan70 / 100 (70%)

70%

Magenta24 / 100 (24%)

24%

Yellow0 / 100 (0%)

Key (Black)9 / 100 (9%)

Color Variations

A full range of Picton Blue (#45b1e8) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Picton Blue (#45b1e8) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split Complementary

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker (WCAG)

Luminance contrast ratios for Picton Blue (#45b1e8) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

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Background:#45b1e8

Sample Text

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UI Components

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Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Picton Blue (#45b1e8) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.