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
27473E
RGB
39, 71, 62
HSL
163, 29%, 22%
HSB
163, 45%, 28%
CMYK
45, 0, 13, 72
LAB
27, -14, 2
LCH
27, 14, 174
OKLCH
0.37, 0.04, 174
XYZ
4, 5, 5
LUV
27, -14, 4
HWB
163, 15%, 72%
Pantone
357 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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