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
469D95
RGB
70, 157, 149
HSL
174, 38%, 45%
HSB
174, 55%, 62%
CMYK
55, 0, 5, 38
LAB
59, -29, -4
LCH
59, 29, 188
OKLCH
0.64, 0.08, 187
XYZ
20, 28, 33
LUV
59, -37, -1
HWB
174, 27%, 38%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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