Here is a pastel color palette based on your request for a base 16 palette that is not overly blue:

json
{
  "palette_name": "Pastel Harmony",
  "colors": [
    {
      "name": "Pastel Pink",
      "hex_code": "
          
          #FFB3BA
       "
    },
    {
      "name": "Pastel Yellow",
      "hex_code": "
          
          #FFDFBA
       "
    },
    {
      "name": "Pastel Green",
      "hex_code": "
          
          #BAFFC9
       "
    },
    {
      "name": "Pastel Orange",
      "hex_code": "
          
          #FFABAB
       "
    },
    {
      "name": "Pastel Lavender",
      "hex_code": "
          
          #FFC3E1
       "
    },
    {
      "name": "Pastel Peach",
      "hex_code": "
          
          #FFDDC1
       "
    }
  ]
}

This palette features soft, gentle colors that maintain a pastel aesthetic without being overly focused on blue hues.

Would you like to explore more color options or any specific color combinations?