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
87AA9B
RGB
135, 170, 155
HSL
154, 17%, 60%
HSB
154, 21%, 67%
CMYK
21, 0, 9, 33
LAB
67, -15, 4
LCH
67, 15, 166
OKLCH
0.71, 0.04, 167
XYZ
30, 36, 36
LUV
67, -18, 8
HWB
154, 53%, 33%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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