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
87B89D
RGB
135, 184, 157
HSL
147, 26%, 63%
HSB
147, 27%, 72%
CMYK
27, 0, 15, 28
LAB
71, -21, 8
LCH
71, 23, 159
OKLCH
0.74, 0.07, 160
XYZ
33, 42, 38
LUV
71, -24, 16
HWB
147, 53%, 28%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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