#225BAF Hex Color Code

#225BAF

The Hexadecimal Color #225BAF is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #225BAF RGB value is rgb(34, 91, 175). RGB Color Model of #225BAF consists of 13% red, 35% green and 68% blue. HSL color Mode of #225BAF has 216°(degrees) Hue, 67% Saturation and 41% Lightness. #225BAF color has an wavelength of 484nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #225BAF is #3366CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #225BAF is #25A. The Closest Color to #225BAF is #4682B4. Official Name of #225BAF Hex Code is Cerulean Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #225BAF is 81 Cyan 48 Magenta 0 Yellow 31 Black and #225BAF CMY is 81, 48, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #225BAF is hsl(216,67,41, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(216, 81, 69). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #225BAF is 12.14, 10.92, 42.02.
Hex8 Value of #225BAF is #225BAFFF. Decimal Value of #225BAF is 2251695 and Octal Value of #225BAF is 10455657. Binary Value of #225BAF is 100010, 1011011, 10101111 and Android of #225BAF is 4280441775 / 0xff225baf. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #225BAF is 0.187, 0.168, 0.168 and YIQ Color Space of #225BAF is 83.533, -60.9555, 14.0853. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #225BAF is 6.76, 10.25, 41.51. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #225BAF is 39.45, 12.82, -50.02. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #225BAF is 39.45, -19.0, -73.29. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #225BAF is 39.45, 51.64, 284.38. Hunter Lab variable of #225BAF is 33.05, 7.75, -52.26.

#225BAF - Cerulean Blue Color Image
#225BAF - Cerulean Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #225BAF

RGB Percentages of #225BAF

13%
35%
68%

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 #225BAF

13.33%
29.25%
68.63%

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 #225BAF

81%
48%
0%
31%

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 #225BAF

To get 25% Saturated #225BAF Color, you need to convert the hex color #225BAF 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 #225BAF 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 #225BAF

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 #225BAF

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 #225BAF

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 #225BAF to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #225BAF to it's the darkest color.

#225BAF Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(34, 91, 175)
RGB Percent 13%, 35%, 68%
RYB 34.0, 74.59, 175.0
CMYK 81, 48, 0, 31
CMY 81, 48, 0
HSL hsl(216, 67%, 41%)
HSLA hsl(216, 67%, 41%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(216, 81, 69)
XYZ 12.14, 10.92, 42.02
Hex8 Value #225BAFFF
Decimal Value 2251695
Octal Value 10455657
Binary Value 100010,1011011,10101111
Android 4280441775 / 0xff225baf
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(216, 67%, 41%)
xyY 0.187, 0.168, 10.916
YIQ 83.533, -60.9555, 14.0853
LMS 6.76, 10.25, 41.51
CieLAB 39.45, 12.82, -50.02
CieLUV : LCHuv 39.45, -19.0, -73.29
CieLCH : LCHab 39.45, 51.64, 284.38
Hunter Lab 33.05, 7.75, -52.26
YUV 83.533, 45.0, -43.45
YDbDr 83.533, 137.62, 94.21
YCbCr 87.74, 173.34, 96.96
YCoCg 97.75, 104.5, -6.75
YPbPr 83.53, 51.62, -35.33
Munsell Color System 9750.10 407.76/236.63

#225BAF HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#225BAF as Background:

It is difficult to obtain the friendship of a cat. It is a philosophical animal... one that does not place its affections thoughtlessly.

Theophile Gautier
<p style="background: #225BAF">…</p>

#225BAF as Text Color:

A blessed thing it is for any man or woman to have a friend, one human soul whom we can trust utterly, who knows the best and worst of us, and who loves us in spite of all our faults.

Charles Kingsley
<p style="color: #225BAF">…</p>

#225BAF as Text Shadow:

Three things in human life are important. The first is to be kind. The second is to be kind. And the third is to be kind.

Henry James
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #225BAF">…</p>

#225BAF as Linear Gradient:

Can miles truly separate you from friends... If you want to be with someone you love, aren't you already there?

Richard Bach
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #225BAF)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #225BAF?

RGB Value for #225BAF is rgb(34, 91, 175).

What is the RGB percentage of #225BAF?

RGB percentage for #225BAF is 13% Red 35% Green 68% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #225BAF?

CMYK Color Model of #225BAF is 81 Cyan 48 Magenta 0 Yellow 31 Black.

What is the HSL value of #225BAF?

HSL Value of #225BAF is 216°(degrees) Hue 67 Saturation 41 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #225BAF?

HSV Value of #225BAF is 216 Hue 81 Saturation 69 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #225BAF?

XYZ Color Model of #225BAF is 12.14, 10.92, 42.02.