#172C9B Hex Color Code
#172C9B
The Hexadecimal Color #172C9B is a contrast shade of Midnight Blue. #172C9B RGB value is rgb(23, 44, 155). RGB Color Model of #172C9B consists of 9% red, 17% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #172C9B has 230°(degrees) Hue, 74% Saturation and 35% Lightness. #172C9B color has an wavelength of 475.18519nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #172C9B is #3333CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #172C9B is #139. The Closest Color to #172C9B is #191970. Official Name of #172C9B Hex Code is Torea Bay. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #172C9B is 85 Cyan 72 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black and #172C9B CMY is 85, 72, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #172C9B is hsl(230,74,35, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(230, 85, 61). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #172C9B is 7.17, 4.35, 31.47.
Hex8 Value of #172C9B is #172C9BFF. Decimal Value of #172C9B is 1518747 and Octal Value of #172C9B is 5626233. Binary Value of #172C9B is 10111, 101100, 10011011 and Android of #172C9B is 4279708827 / 0xff172c9b. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #172C9B is 0.167, 0.101, 0.101 and YIQ Color Space of #172C9B is 50.375, -48.1782, 30.1017. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #172C9B is 2.01, 2.53, 31.03. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #172C9B is 24.8, 35.42, -61.9. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #172C9B is 24.8, -8.36, -75.33. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #172C9B is 24.8, 71.32, 299.78. Hunter Lab variable of #172C9B is 20.86, 24.86, -74.86.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #172C9B
RGB Percentages of #172C9B
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 #172C9B
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 #172C9B
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 #172C9B
To get 25% Saturated #172C9B Color, you need to convert the hex color #172C9B 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 #172C9B 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 #172C9B
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 #172C9B
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 #172C9B
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 #172C9B to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #172C9B to it's the darkest color.
#172C9B Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(23, 44, 155) |
| RGB Percent | 9%, 17%, 60% |
| RYB | 23.0, 41.12, 155.0 |
| CMYK | 85, 72, 0, 39 |
| CMY | 85, 72, 0 |
| HSL | hsl(230, 74%, 35%) |
| HSLA | hsl(230, 74%, 35%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(230, 85, 61) |
| XYZ | 7.17, 4.35, 31.47 |
| Hex8 Value | #172C9BFF |
| Decimal Value | 1518747 |
| Octal Value | 5626233 |
| Binary Value | 10111,101100,10011011 |
| Android | 4279708827 / 0xff172c9b |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(230, 74%, 35%) |
| xyY | 0.167, 0.101, 4.349 |
| YIQ | 50.375, -48.1782, 30.1017 |
| LMS | 2.01, 2.53, 31.03 |
| CieLAB | 24.8, 35.42, -61.9 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 24.8, -8.36, -75.33 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 24.8, 71.32, 299.78 |
| Hunter Lab | 20.86, 24.86, -74.86 |
| YUV | 50.375, 51.48, -24.02 |
| YDbDr | 50.375, 157.41, 52.08 |
| YCbCr | 59.26, 179.87, 110.85 |
| YCoCg | 66.5, 89.0, -22.5 |
| YPbPr | 50.38, 59.04, -19.53 |
| Munsell Color System | 7664.33 640.27/236.73 |
#172C9B HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#172C9B as Background:
Friendship is like a rose. . . opening one petal at a time, only as it unfolds. . . day by day it reveals its true beauty.
<p style="background: #172C9B">…</p>#172C9B as Text Color:
So long as you've got your friends about you, and a good positive attitude, you don't really have to care what everyone else thinks.
<p style="color: #172C9B">…</p>#172C9B as Text Shadow:
When you're in jail, a good friend will be trying to bail you out. A best friend will be in the cell next to you saying, 'Damn, that was fun.'
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #172C9B">…</p>#172C9B as Linear Gradient:
The Friend asks no return but that his Friend will religiously accept and wear and not disgrace his apotheosis of him. They cherish each other's hopes. They are kind to each other's dreams.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #172C9B)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #172C9B?
RGB Value for #172C9B is rgb(23, 44, 155).
What is the RGB percentage of #172C9B?
RGB percentage for #172C9B is 9% Red 17% Green 60% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #172C9B?
CMYK Color Model of #172C9B is 85 Cyan 72 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black.
What is the HSL value of #172C9B?
HSL Value of #172C9B is 230°(degrees) Hue 74 Saturation 35 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #172C9B?
HSV Value of #172C9B is 230 Hue 85 Saturation 61 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #172C9B?
XYZ Color Model of #172C9B is 7.17, 4.35, 31.47.