#228BCD Hex Color Code

#228BCD

The Hexadecimal Color #228BCD is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #228BCD RGB value is rgb(34, 139, 205). RGB Color Model of #228BCD consists of 13% red, 54% green and 80% blue. HSL color Mode of #228BCD has 203°(degrees) Hue, 72% Saturation and 47% Lightness. #228BCD color has an wavelength of 492.18519nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #228BCD is #3399FF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #228BCD is #28C. The Closest Color to #228BCD is #4682B4. Official Name of #228BCD Hex Code is Curious Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #228BCD is 83 Cyan 32 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black and #228BCD CMY is 83, 32, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #228BCD is hsl(203,72,47, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(203, 83, 80). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #228BCD is 20.91, 23.21, 61.12.
Hex8 Value of #228BCD is #228BCDFF. Decimal Value of #228BCD is 2264013 and Octal Value of #228BCD is 10505715. Binary Value of #228BCD is 100010, 10001011, 11001101 and Android of #228BCD is 4280454093 / 0xff228bcd. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #228BCD is 0.199, 0.221, 0.221 and YIQ Color Space of #228BCD is 115.129, -83.7753, -1.6683. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #228BCD is 15.37, 25.06, 60.48. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #228BCD is 55.29, -5.44, -42.07. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #228BCD is 55.29, -33.37, -64.84. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #228BCD is 55.29, 42.42, 262.63. Hunter Lab variable of #228BCD is 48.18, -6.84, -41.5.

#228BCD - Curious Blue Color Image
#228BCD - Curious Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #228BCD

RGB Percentages of #228BCD

13%
54%
80%

RGB stands for Red, Green, and Blue, which are the three primary colors used to create a vast array of colors by varying their intensities. By adjusting the brightness of these three primary colors, virtually any color visible to the human eye can be produced.

RYB Percentages of #228BCD

13.33%
38.84%
80.39%

The RYB color model is based on Red, Yellow, and Blue Colors. When two primary colors are mixed, they form a secondary color or when mixed all, they result in tertiary color.

CMYK Percentages of #228BCD

83%
32%
0%
20%

CMYK stands for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (Black). Starting with a white canvas, various amounts of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black ink are combined to absorb or subtract specific wavelengths of light, resulting in the desired color.

Various Color Shades of #228BCD

To get 25% Saturated #228BCD Color, you need to convert the hex color #228BCD to the HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) color space, increase the saturation value by 25%, and then convert it back to the hex color. To desaturate a color by 25%, we need to reduce its saturation level while keeping the same hue and lightness. Saturation represents the intensity or vividness of a color. A 100% saturation means the color is fully vivid, while a 0% saturation results in a shade of gray. To make a color 25% darker or 25% lighter, you need to reduce the intensity of each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components by 25% or increase it to 25%. Inverting a #228BCD hex color involves converting each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components to their complementary values. The complementary color is found by subtracting each component's value from the maximum value of 255.

Analogous and Monochromatic Colors of #228BCD

Analogous colors are groups of hues that are located next to each other on the color wheel. These colors share a similar undertone and create a sense of harmony when used together. Analogous color schemes are mainly used in design or art to create a sense of cohesion and flow in a color scheme composition.

Monochromatic colors refer to a color scheme that uses variations of a single color. These variations are achieved by adjusting the shade, tint, or tone of the base color. Monochromatic approach is commonly used in interior design or fashion to create a sense of understated elegance and give a sense of simplicity and consistency.

Triad, Tetrad and SplitComplement of #228BCD

Triad, Tetrad, and Split Complement are hex color schemes used in art to create harmonious combinations of colors.

The Triad color scheme involves three colors that are evenly spaced around the color wheel, forming an equilateral triangle. The primary triad includes red, blue, and yellow, while other triadic combinations can be formed with different hues. Triad color schemes offer a balanced contrast and are versatile for creating vibrant and dynamic visuals.

The Tetrad color scheme incorporates four colors that are arranged in two complementary pairs. These pairs create a rectangle or square shape on the color wheel. The primary Tetrad includes two sets of complementary colors, such as red and green, and blue and orange. This scheme provides a wide range of color options and allows for both strong contrast and harmonious blends.

The Split Complement color scheme involves a base color paired with the two colors adjacent to its complementary color on the color wheel. For example, if the base color is blue, the Split Complement scheme would include blue, yellow-orange, and red-orange. This combination maintains contrast while offering a more subtle and balanced alternative to a complementary color scheme.

Tints and Shades of #228BCD

A Color Tint is created by mixing white (#FFFFFF) to any pure color whereas A Color Shade is calculated by adding black (#000000) to any pure hue. See the Color Tints of #228BCD to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #228BCD to it's the darkest color.

#228BCD Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(34, 139, 205)
RGB Percent 13%, 54%, 80%
RYB 34.0, 99.05, 205.0
CMYK 83, 32, 0, 20
CMY 83, 32, 0
HSL hsl(203, 72%, 47%)
HSLA hsl(203, 72%, 47%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(203, 83, 80)
XYZ 20.91, 23.21, 61.12
Hex8 Value #228BCDFF
Decimal Value 2264013
Octal Value 10505715
Binary Value 100010,10001011,11001101
Android 4280454093 / 0xff228bcd
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(203, 72%, 47%)
xyY 0.199, 0.221, 23.21
YIQ 115.129, -83.7753, -1.6683
LMS 15.37, 25.06, 60.48
CieLAB 55.29, -5.44, -42.07
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.29, -33.37, -64.84
CieLCH : LCHab 55.29, 42.42, 262.63
Hunter Lab 48.18, -6.84, -41.5
YUV 115.129, 44.21, -71.18
YDbDr 115.129, 135.23, 154.29
YCbCr 114.88, 172.55, 77.17
YCoCg 129.25, 119.5, 9.75
YPbPr 115.13, 50.72, -57.87
Munsell Color System 11282.03 288.94/227.80

#228BCD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#228BCD as Background:

First and foremost - our vision for a united and peaceful Georgia is based on respect for the desire - and respect for the right - to South Ossetian autonomy.

Mikhail Saakashvili
<p style="background: #228BCD">…</p>

#228BCD as Text Color:

I choose love. No occasion justifies hatred; no injustice warrants bitterness, I choose love. Today I will love God and what God loves.

Max Lucado
<p style="color: #228BCD">…</p>

#228BCD as Text Shadow:

God help the man who won't marry until he finds a perfect woman, and God help him still more if he finds her.

Ben Tillett
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #228BCD">…</p>

#228BCD as Linear Gradient:

My door will always be open to those who genuinely renounce violence and seek peaceful accommodation into our nascent democracy.

Jalal Talabani
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #228BCD)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #228BCD?

RGB Value for #228BCD is rgb(34, 139, 205).

What is the RGB percentage of #228BCD?

RGB percentage for #228BCD is 13% Red 54% Green 80% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #228BCD?

CMYK Color Model of #228BCD is 83 Cyan 32 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black.

What is the HSL value of #228BCD?

HSL Value of #228BCD is 203°(degrees) Hue 72 Saturation 47 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #228BCD?

HSV Value of #228BCD is 203 Hue 83 Saturation 80 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #228BCD?

XYZ Color Model of #228BCD is 20.91, 23.21, 61.12.