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
5E7C6C
RGB
94, 124, 108
HSL
148, 14%, 43%
HSB
148, 24%, 49%
CMYK
24, 0, 13, 51
LAB
49, -14, 5
LCH
49, 15, 160
OKLCH
0.56, 0.04, 161
XYZ
15, 18, 17
LUV
49, -15, 9
HWB
148, 37%, 51%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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