CMYK or Hex Value?

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August 1, 2023
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I'm in the process of prepping some files for merchandising purposes i.e. mugs, hats, stickers, etc. I've always been a bit confused when it comes to CMYK and printing values and typically I am more comfortable prepping files for web. Anyway, I'm using the company's brand color guide and noticed I get two very different results in Illustrator when using the HEX code and the CMYK values. I want to make sure I export these at the correct color since they will be printed and I'm not sure what to do since these colors are so different. I've attached an example. Additionally, when I use a HEX > CMYK converter, I get the same values as I see in the brand color guide. Help, I'm so confused! Not sure how to properly export these at.

Thank you!

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Use the CMYK values the client has provided, if they aren't concerned enough to give you a PANTONE swatch colour, the CMYK value is the best you can do. If they are willing to pay for colour proofs, I would suggest doing that. Do several swatches at once so the client can choose the closest colour. Use the CMYK values they have given you as a starting point. The print provider might/should be able to help you make a variety of swatches for the client.