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
649D8D
RGB
100, 157, 141
HSL
163, 23%, 50%
HSB
163, 36%, 62%
CMYK
36, 0, 10, 38
LAB
60, -22, 2
LCH
60, 22, 174
OKLCH
0.65, 0.06, 175
XYZ
22, 29, 30
LUV
60, -27, 7
HWB
163, 39%, 38%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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