#172BCD Hex Color Code

#172BCD

The Hexadecimal Color #172BCD is a contrast shade of Medium Blue. #172BCD RGB value is rgb(23, 43, 205). RGB Color Model of #172BCD consists of 9% red, 16% green and 80% blue. HSL color Mode of #172BCD has 233°(degrees) Hue, 80% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #172BCD color has an wavelength of 473.2963nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #172BCD is #3333FF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #172BCD is #13C. The Closest Color to #172BCD is #0000CD. Official Name of #172BCD Hex Code is Dark Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #172BCD is 89 Cyan 79 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black and #172BCD CMY is 89, 79, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #172BCD is hsl(233,80,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(233, 89, 80). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #172BCD is 12.23, 6.32, 58.32.
Hex8 Value of #172BCD is #172BCDFF. Decimal Value of #172BCD is 1518541 and Octal Value of #172BCD is 5625715. Binary Value of #172BCD is 10111, 101011, 11001101 and Android of #172BCD is 4279708621 / 0xff172bcd. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #172BCD is 0.159, 0.082, 0.082 and YIQ Color Space of #172BCD is 55.488, -63.9686, 46.1844. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #172BCD is 2.21, 2.48, 57.47. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #172BCD is 30.21, 53.26, -82.76. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #172BCD is 30.21, -9.56, -104.7. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #172BCD is 30.21, 98.42, 302.76. Hunter Lab variable of #172BCD is 25.14, 42.84, -119.95.

#172BCD - Dark Blue Color Image
#172BCD - Dark Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #172BCD

RGB Percentages of #172BCD

9%
16%
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 #172BCD

9.02%
16.09%
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 #172BCD

89%
79%
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 #172BCD

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

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 #172BCD

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 #172BCD

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

#172BCD Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(23, 43, 205)
RGB Percent 9%, 16%, 80%
RYB 23.0, 41.02, 205.0
CMYK 89, 79, 0, 20
CMY 89, 79, 0
HSL hsl(233, 80%, 45%)
HSLA hsl(233, 80%, 45%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(233, 89, 80)
XYZ 12.23, 6.32, 58.32
Hex8 Value #172BCDFF
Decimal Value 1518541
Octal Value 5625715
Binary Value 10111,101011,11001101
Android 4279708621 / 0xff172bcd
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(233, 80%, 45%)
xyY 0.159, 0.082, 6.316
YIQ 55.488, -63.9686, 46.1844
LMS 2.21, 2.48, 57.47
CieLAB 30.21, 53.26, -82.76
CieLUV : LCHuv 30.21, -9.56, -104.7
CieLCH : LCHab 30.21, 98.42, 302.76
Hunter Lab 25.14, 42.84, -119.95
YUV 55.488, 73.57, -28.5
YDbDr 55.488, 224.95, 61.81
YCbCr 63.65, 202.12, 107.64
YCoCg 78.5, 114.0, -35.5
YPbPr 55.49, 84.37, -23.17
Munsell Color System 8517.67 674.22/231.41

#172BCD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#172BCD as Background:

It wasn't until I started reading and found books they wouldn't let us read in school that I discovered you could be insane and happy and have a good life without being like everybody else.

John Waters
<p style="background: #172BCD">…</p>

#172BCD as Text Color:

I found power in accepting the truth of who I am. It may not be a truth that others can accept, but I cannot live any other way. How would it be to live a lie every minute of your life.

Alison Goodman
<p style="color: #172BCD">…</p>

#172BCD as Text Shadow:

For he that diligently seeketh shall find; and the mysteries of God shall be unfolded unto them, by the power of the Holy Ghost, as well in these times as in times of old as in times to come; wherefore, the course of the Lord is one eternal round" - 1 Nephi 10:19

Joseph Smith, Jr.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #172BCD">…</p>

#172BCD as Linear Gradient:

The happiest people are those who do the most for others. The most miserable are those who do the least.

Booker T. Washington
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #172BCD)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #172BCD?

RGB Value for #172BCD is rgb(23, 43, 205).

What is the RGB percentage of #172BCD?

RGB percentage for #172BCD is 9% Red 16% Green 80% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #172BCD is 89 Cyan 79 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black.

What is the HSL value of #172BCD?

HSL Value of #172BCD is 233°(degrees) Hue 80 Saturation 45 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #172BCD?

HSV Value of #172BCD is 233 Hue 89 Saturation 80 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #172BCD?

XYZ Color Model of #172BCD is 12.23, 6.32, 58.32.