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
759D8B
RGB
117, 157, 139
HSL
153, 17%, 54%
HSB
153, 25%, 62%
CMYK
25, 0, 11, 38
LAB
61, -17, 5
LCH
61, 18, 164
OKLCH
0.66, 0.05, 165
XYZ
24, 30, 29
LUV
61, -20, 10
HWB
153, 46%, 38%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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