#218CBA Hex Color Code

#218CBA

The Hexadecimal Color #218CBA is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #218CBA RGB value is rgb(33, 140, 186). RGB Color Model of #218CBA consists of 12% red, 54% green and 72% blue. HSL color Mode of #218CBA has 198°(degrees) Hue, 70% Saturation and 43% Lightness. #218CBA color has an wavelength of 495.33333nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #218CBA is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #218CBA is #28B. The Closest Color to #218CBA is #4682B4. Official Name of #218CBA Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #218CBA is 82 Cyan 25 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black and #218CBA CMY is 82, 25, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #218CBA is hsl(198,70,43, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(198, 82, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #218CBA is 18.86, 22.62, 49.82.
Hex8 Value of #218CBA is #218CBAFF. Decimal Value of #218CBA is 2198714 and Octal Value of #218CBA is 10306272. Binary Value of #218CBA is 100001, 10001100, 10111010 and Android of #218CBA is 4280388794 / 0xff218cba. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #218CBA is 0.207, 0.248, 0.248 and YIQ Color Space of #218CBA is 113.251, -78.5411, -8.3153. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #218CBA is 15.45, 25.43, 49.36. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #218CBA is 54.68, -13.02, -32.25. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #218CBA is 54.68, -34.99, -47.84. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #218CBA is 54.68, 34.78, 248.02. Hunter Lab variable of #218CBA is 47.56, -12.45, -28.81.

#218CBA - Boston Blue Color Image
#218CBA - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #218CBA

RGB Percentages of #218CBA

12%
54%
72%

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 #218CBA

12.94%
37.63%
72.94%

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 #218CBA

82%
25%
0%
27%

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 #218CBA

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

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 #218CBA

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 #218CBA

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

#218CBA Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(33, 140, 186)
RGB Percent 12%, 54%, 72%
RYB 33.0, 95.97, 186.0
CMYK 82, 25, 0, 27
CMY 82, 25, 0
HSL hsl(198, 70%, 43%)
HSLA hsl(198, 70%, 43%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(198, 82, 73)
XYZ 18.86, 22.62, 49.82
Hex8 Value #218CBAFF
Decimal Value 2198714
Octal Value 10306272
Binary Value 100001,10001100,10111010
Android 4280388794 / 0xff218cba
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(198, 70%, 43%)
xyY 0.207, 0.248, 22.622
YIQ 113.251, -78.5411, -8.3153
LMS 15.45, 25.43, 49.36
CieLAB 54.68, -13.02, -32.25
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.68, -34.99, -47.84
CieLCH : LCHab 54.68, 34.78, 248.02
Hunter Lab 47.56, -12.45, -28.81
YUV 113.251, 35.79, -70.41
YDbDr 113.251, 109.47, 152.61
YCbCr 113.26, 164.06, 77.72
YCoCg 124.75, 109.5, 15.25
YPbPr 113.25, 41.05, -57.24
Munsell Color System 11240.71 264.89/222.60

#218CBA HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#218CBA as Background:

The low price of oil is a headwind to investments in alternative energy technologies, but it will not stop them.

Carlos Ghosn
<p style="background: #218CBA">…</p>

#218CBA as Text Color:

In the US a child born into a poor family will become a poor adult. The american dream is just that - it is not true, because of the level of extreme inequality.

Winnie Byanyima
<p style="color: #218CBA">…</p>

#218CBA as Text Shadow:

People who say they don't see the acceleration of innovation is a wilful blindness. We are innovation at a wonderful speed for the basic things we think everyone should get.

Bill Gates
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #218CBA">…</p>

#218CBA as Linear Gradient:

We cannot and should not stop people from migration. We have to give them a better life at home. Migration is a process, not a problem.

William L. Swing
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #218CBA)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #218CBA?

RGB Value for #218CBA is rgb(33, 140, 186).

What is the RGB percentage of #218CBA?

RGB percentage for #218CBA is 12% Red 54% Green 72% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #218CBA is 82 Cyan 25 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #218CBA?

HSL Value of #218CBA is 198°(degrees) Hue 70 Saturation 43 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #218CBA?

HSV Value of #218CBA is 198 Hue 82 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #218CBA?

XYZ Color Model of #218CBA is 18.86, 22.62, 49.82.