#218BBC Hex Color Code

#218BBC

The Hexadecimal Color #218BBC is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #218BBC RGB value is rgb(33, 139, 188). RGB Color Model of #218BBC consists of 12% red, 54% green and 73% blue. HSL color Mode of #218BBC has 199°(degrees) Hue, 70% Saturation and 43% Lightness. #218BBC color has an wavelength of 494.7037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #218BBC is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #218BBC is #28B. The Closest Color to #218BBC is #4682B4. Official Name of #218BBC Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #218BBC is 82 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black and #218BBC CMY is 82, 26, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #218BBC is hsl(199,70,43, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(199, 82, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #218BBC is 18.93, 22.42, 50.9.
Hex8 Value of #218BBC is #218BBCFF. Decimal Value of #218BBC is 2198460 and Octal Value of #218BBC is 10305674. Binary Value of #218BBC is 100001, 10001011, 10111100 and Android of #218BBC is 4280388540 / 0xff218bbc. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #218BBC is 0.205, 0.243, 0.243 and YIQ Color Space of #218BBC is 112.892, -78.9091, -7.1702. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #218BBC is 15.24, 25.05, 50.42. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #218BBC is 54.47, -11.76, -33.72. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #218BBC is 54.47, -34.53, -50.34. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #218BBC is 54.47, 35.71, 250.77. Hunter Lab variable of #218BBC is 47.35, -11.5, -30.59.

#218BBC - Boston Blue Color Image
#218BBC - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #218BBC

RGB Percentages of #218BBC

12%
54%
73%

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 #218BBC

12.94%
37.63%
73.73%

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 #218BBC

82%
26%
0%
26%

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 #218BBC

To get 25% Saturated #218BBC Color, you need to convert the hex color #218BBC 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 #218BBC 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 #218BBC

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 #218BBC

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 #218BBC

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 #218BBC to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #218BBC to it's the darkest color.

#218BBC Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(33, 139, 188)
RGB Percent 12%, 54%, 73%
RYB 33.0, 95.95, 188.0
CMYK 82, 26, 0, 26
CMY 82, 26, 0
HSL hsl(199, 70%, 43%)
HSLA hsl(199, 70%, 43%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(199, 82, 74)
XYZ 18.93, 22.42, 50.9
Hex8 Value #218BBCFF
Decimal Value 2198460
Octal Value 10305674
Binary Value 100001,10001011,10111100
Android 4280388540 / 0xff218bbc
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(199, 70%, 43%)
xyY 0.205, 0.243, 22.417
YIQ 112.892, -78.9091, -7.1702
LMS 15.24, 25.05, 50.42
CieLAB 54.47, -11.76, -33.72
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.47, -34.53, -50.34
CieLCH : LCHab 54.47, 35.71, 250.77
Hunter Lab 47.35, -11.5, -30.59
YUV 112.892, 36.95, -70.09
YDbDr 112.892, 113.02, 151.93
YCbCr 112.95, 165.23, 77.94
YCoCg 124.75, 110.5, 14.25
YPbPr 112.89, 42.39, -56.98
Munsell Color System 11222.63 269.67/223.66

#218BBC HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#218BBC as Background:

The American arrives in Paris with a few French phrases he has culled from a conversational guide or picked up from a friend who owns a beret.

Fred Allen
<p style="background: #218BBC">…</p>

#218BBC as Text Color:

I read the Odyssey because it was the story of a man who returned home after being absent for more than twenty years and was recognized only by his dog.

Guillermo Cabrera Infante
<p style="color: #218BBC">…</p>

#218BBC as Text Shadow:

A new person is to me a great event, and hinders me from sleep. I have often had fine fancies about persons which have given me delicious hours; but the joy ends in the day; it yields no fruit.

Ralph Waldo Emerson
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #218BBC">…</p>

#218BBC as Linear Gradient:

The essence of friendship is entireness, a total magnanimity and trust. It must not surmise or provide for infirmity. It treats its object as a god, that it might deify both.

Ralph Waldo Emerson
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #218BBC)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #218BBC?

RGB Value for #218BBC is rgb(33, 139, 188).

What is the RGB percentage of #218BBC?

RGB percentage for #218BBC is 12% Red 54% Green 73% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #218BBC?

CMYK Color Model of #218BBC is 82 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black.

What is the HSL value of #218BBC?

HSL Value of #218BBC is 199°(degrees) Hue 70 Saturation 43 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #218BBC?

HSV Value of #218BBC is 199 Hue 82 Saturation 74 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #218BBC?

XYZ Color Model of #218BBC is 18.93, 22.42, 50.9.