Psychology
Cyan reads as cool, clean, and slightly clinical — the color of clear water, ice, and sterile environments. Calming without the gravity of deep blue.
Meaning
Associated with technology, communication, and freshness. It's one of the four process inks, indirectly tying it to printing, screens, and infrastructure visuals.
Applications
Strong choice for tech, healthcare, and wellness products. Use bright cyan sparingly — it can overpower neighboring hues.
Conversion
HEX
1E5B4E
RGB
30, 91, 78
HSL
167, 50%, 24%
HSB
167, 67%, 36%
CMYK
67, 0, 14, 64
LAB
34, -23, 1
LCH
34, 23, 176
OKLCH
0.43, 0.07, 176
XYZ
6, 8, 9
LUV
34, -24, 5
HWB
167, 12%, 64%
Pantone
357 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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