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
699D8B
RGB
105, 157, 139
HSL
159, 21%, 51%
HSB
159, 33%, 62%
CMYK
33, 0, 11, 38
LAB
61, -21, 4
LCH
61, 21, 170
OKLCH
0.65, 0.06, 171
XYZ
23, 29, 29
LUV
61, -25, 9
HWB
159, 41%, 38%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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