#172B50 Hex Color Code

#172B50

The Hexadecimal Color #172B50 is a contrast shade of Midnight Blue. #172B50 RGB value is rgb(23, 43, 80). RGB Color Model of #172B50 consists of 9% red, 16% green and 31% blue. HSL color Mode of #172B50 has 219°(degrees) Hue, 55% Saturation and 20% Lightness. #172B50 color has an wavelength of 482.11111nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #172B50 is #333366. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #172B50 is #135. The Closest Color to #172B50 is #191970. Official Name of #172B50 Hex Code is Blue Zodiac. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #172B50 is 71 Cyan 46 Magenta 0 Yellow 69 Black and #172B50 CMY is 71, 46, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #172B50 is hsl(219,55,20, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(219, 71, 31). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #172B50 is 2.66, 2.49, 7.93.
Hex8 Value of #172B50 is #172B50FF. Decimal Value of #172B50 is 1518416 and Octal Value of #172B50 is 5625520. Binary Value of #172B50 is 10111, 101011, 1010000 and Android of #172B50 is 4279708496 / 0xff172b50. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #172B50 is 0.204, 0.19, 0.19 and YIQ Color Space of #172B50 is 41.238, -23.8061, 7.2844. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #172B50 is 1.73, 2.4, 7.84. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #172B50 is 17.87, 5.8, -25.12. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #172B50 is 17.87, -7.22, -27.21. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #172B50 is 17.87, 25.78, 283.0. Hunter Lab variable of #172B50 is 15.78, 2.48, -18.75.

#172B50 - Blue Zodiac Color Image
#172B50 - Blue Zodiac Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #172B50

RGB Percentages of #172B50

9%
16%
31%

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 #172B50

9.02%
14.83%
31.37%

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 #172B50

71%
46%
0%
69%

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 #172B50

To get 25% Saturated #172B50 Color, you need to convert the hex color #172B50 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 #172B50 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 #172B50

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 #172B50

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 #172B50

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 #172B50 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #172B50 to it's the darkest color.

#172B50 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(23, 43, 80)
RGB Percent 9%, 16%, 31%
RYB 23.0, 37.81, 80.0
CMYK 71, 46, 0, 69
CMY 71, 46, 0
HSL hsl(219, 55%, 20%)
HSLA hsl(219, 55%, 20%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(219, 71, 31)
XYZ 2.66, 2.49, 7.93
Hex8 Value #172B50FF
Decimal Value 1518416
Octal Value 5625520
Binary Value 10111,101011,1010000
Android 4279708496 / 0xff172b50
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(219, 55%, 20%)
xyY 0.204, 0.19, 2.489
YIQ 41.238, -23.8061, 7.2844
LMS 1.73, 2.4, 7.84
CieLAB 17.87, 5.8, -25.12
CieLUV : LCHuv 17.87, -7.22, -27.21
CieLCH : LCHab 17.87, 25.78, 283.0
Hunter Lab 15.78, 2.48, -18.75
YUV 41.238, 19.07, -16.0
YDbDr 41.238, 58.32, 34.69
YCbCr 51.42, 147.22, 116.57
YCoCg 47.25, 51.5, -4.25
YPbPr 41.24, 21.87, -13.01
Munsell Color System 6331.38 455.39/244.13

#172B50 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#172B50 as Background:

For an actress to be a success, she must have the face of Venus, the brains of a Minerva, the grace of Terpsichore, the memory of a Macaulay, the figure of Juno, and the hide of a rhinoceros.

Ella Wheeler Wilcox
<p style="background: #172B50">…</p>

#172B50 as Text Color:

If I am a cup maker, I'm interested in making the best cup I possibly can. My effort goes into that cup, not what people think about it.

Denzel Washington
<p style="color: #172B50">…</p>

#172B50 as Text Shadow:

I had a lot of success from the start. I never really was tested for long periods of time. I got my first professional job while I was a senior in college. I signed with the William Morris Agency before I graduated.

Denzel Washington
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #172B50">…</p>

#172B50 as Linear Gradient:

Experience teaches us that it is much easier to prevent an enemy from posting themselves than it is to dislodge them after they have got possession.

George Washington
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #172B50)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #172B50?

RGB Value for #172B50 is rgb(23, 43, 80).

What is the RGB percentage of #172B50?

RGB percentage for #172B50 is 9% Red 16% Green 31% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #172B50?

CMYK Color Model of #172B50 is 71 Cyan 46 Magenta 0 Yellow 69 Black.

What is the HSL value of #172B50?

HSL Value of #172B50 is 219°(degrees) Hue 55 Saturation 20 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #172B50?

HSV Value of #172B50 is 219 Hue 71 Saturation 31 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #172B50?

XYZ Color Model of #172B50 is 2.66, 2.49, 7.93.