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PANTONE 278
Parameters:
HEX Triplet:
#91B7DERGB:
145, 183, 222CMYK:
45, 14, 0, 0HSL:
210°, 35%, 87%Closest colors:
in RGB:
Carolina bluein PANTONE:
PANTONE 2128in RAL Classic:
RAL 6027in RAL Design:
RAL 260 70 25in RAL Effect:
RAL 610-4in NCS:
NCS S 1040-R90B 2024-09-03 Snargl 02:12
What color is PANTONE 278?
PANTONE 278 is a medium light shade of cyan-blue, with the following color values:
This color can also be associated with water, sky, and technology.
PANTONE 278 is available in various Pantone products, such as formula guides, solid chips, and plastic standards.
RGB: 145, 183, 222
HEX: #91B7DE
CMYK: 45% cyan, 14% magenta, 0% yellow, and 0% black
HSL: 210 degrees hue, 35% saturation, and 87% lightness
This color can also be associated with water, sky, and technology.
PANTONE 278 is available in various Pantone products, such as formula guides, solid chips, and plastic standards.
Example of the palette with the PANTONE 278 color
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Top 5 color shades of the illustration. Arranged in descending order of frequency of occurrence (first - more often, last - more rare).
See these colors in NCS, PANTONE, RAL palettes...
See these colors in NCS, PANTONE, RAL palettes...
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Funny stories about the 'PANTONE 278'
The Color of Innovation
Far-far away, in the heart of a bustling city, the industrial design firm of Westwood & Co. was in a rut. The team was struggling with a new project: a cutting-edge, eco-friendly coffee machine that needed to stand out in a saturated market. Amidst the brainstorming sessions and prototype trials, one thing was missing - spark.
Iona Westwood, a bright-eyed design student, was an intern at the firm. Known for her innovative thinking, she had been assigned to a seemingly minor task: choosing the right color for the machine. Iona, however, saw this as her chance to make a meaningful impact.
One rainy afternoon, as she was preparing her presentation, a delivery truck pulled up outside the office. The driver, Raj McLeod, was a jovial man with a knack for storytelling. Today, he was delivering a shipment of materials and happened to notice Iona’s animated sketches through the office window.
"What’s got you so excited?" Raj asked as he handed over a package.
"It’s the color," Iona explained. "I’m trying to find the perfect shade for our new coffee machine. It needs to be unique yet approachable, something that embodies both innovation and warmth."
Raj’s eyes lit up. "You should check out PANTONE 278. It’s this incredible shade of sky blue. It’s fresh, calming, and has a futuristic vibe to it. I’ve seen it transform dull spaces into vibrant ones."
Iona was intrigued. She had read about PANTONE 278 but never considered using it for this project. She thanked Raj and hurried back to her desk to explore the color further.
The more she studied PANTONE 278, the more she saw its potential. Its serene blue conveyed a sense of trust and tranquility, which could complement the machine’s advanced technology and user-friendly design. She prepared a new set of visuals incorporating the color and presented them to the team.
The reaction was instantaneous. The serene blue not only enhanced the machine’s aesthetic appeal but also emphasized its sustainable and innovative features. The coffee machine, now in PANTONE 278, was a hit. It stood out on the showroom floor, attracting curious customers who were drawn to its distinctive and calming hue.
The launch event was a success, with the coffee machine receiving accolades for its design and functionality. Iona’s choice of color had elevated the product and set a new standard in the industry. The team was thrilled, and Iona received recognition for her creative insight.
As the event wound down, Raj returned to the firm for a follow-up delivery. Iona, brimming with excitement, approached him.
"Raj, you were right about PANTONE 278. It made all the difference. Thank you!"
Raj smiled, tipping his hat. "I’m glad to hear that. Sometimes, it’s the little things that spark the biggest changes. Keep that enthusiasm alive; it’s the real game-changer."
Years later, Iona became a renowned industrial designer, known for her bold and thoughtful color choices. Whenever she reflected on her early career, she remembered Raj’s simple yet profound suggestion. In the world of design, it wasn’t just about the product - it was about how the details, like a color, could breathe life into innovation.
And so, PANTONE 278 became a symbol of inspiration, proving that even a single hue could transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, all thanks to the insight of a student and the serendipity of a delivery worker.
Iona Westwood, a bright-eyed design student, was an intern at the firm. Known for her innovative thinking, she had been assigned to a seemingly minor task: choosing the right color for the machine. Iona, however, saw this as her chance to make a meaningful impact.
One rainy afternoon, as she was preparing her presentation, a delivery truck pulled up outside the office. The driver, Raj McLeod, was a jovial man with a knack for storytelling. Today, he was delivering a shipment of materials and happened to notice Iona’s animated sketches through the office window.
"What’s got you so excited?" Raj asked as he handed over a package.
"It’s the color," Iona explained. "I’m trying to find the perfect shade for our new coffee machine. It needs to be unique yet approachable, something that embodies both innovation and warmth."
Raj’s eyes lit up. "You should check out PANTONE 278. It’s this incredible shade of sky blue. It’s fresh, calming, and has a futuristic vibe to it. I’ve seen it transform dull spaces into vibrant ones."
Iona was intrigued. She had read about PANTONE 278 but never considered using it for this project. She thanked Raj and hurried back to her desk to explore the color further.
The more she studied PANTONE 278, the more she saw its potential. Its serene blue conveyed a sense of trust and tranquility, which could complement the machine’s advanced technology and user-friendly design. She prepared a new set of visuals incorporating the color and presented them to the team.
The reaction was instantaneous. The serene blue not only enhanced the machine’s aesthetic appeal but also emphasized its sustainable and innovative features. The coffee machine, now in PANTONE 278, was a hit. It stood out on the showroom floor, attracting curious customers who were drawn to its distinctive and calming hue.
The launch event was a success, with the coffee machine receiving accolades for its design and functionality. Iona’s choice of color had elevated the product and set a new standard in the industry. The team was thrilled, and Iona received recognition for her creative insight.
As the event wound down, Raj returned to the firm for a follow-up delivery. Iona, brimming with excitement, approached him.
"Raj, you were right about PANTONE 278. It made all the difference. Thank you!"
Raj smiled, tipping his hat. "I’m glad to hear that. Sometimes, it’s the little things that spark the biggest changes. Keep that enthusiasm alive; it’s the real game-changer."
Years later, Iona became a renowned industrial designer, known for her bold and thoughtful color choices. Whenever she reflected on her early career, she remembered Raj’s simple yet profound suggestion. In the world of design, it wasn’t just about the product - it was about how the details, like a color, could breathe life into innovation.
And so, PANTONE 278 became a symbol of inspiration, proving that even a single hue could transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, all thanks to the insight of a student and the serendipity of a delivery worker.
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