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
54948D
RGB
84, 148, 141
HSL
173, 28%, 45%
HSB
173, 43%, 58%
CMYK
43, 0, 5, 42
LAB
57, -23, -3
LCH
57, 23, 188
OKLCH
0.62, 0.07, 187
XYZ
19, 25, 29
LUV
57, -29, -1
HWB
173, 33%, 42%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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