#228BAB Hex Color Code

#228BAB

The Hexadecimal Color #228BAB is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #228BAB RGB value is rgb(34, 139, 171). RGB Color Model of #228BAB consists of 13% red, 54% green and 67% blue. HSL color Mode of #228BAB has 194°(degrees) Hue, 67% Saturation and 40% Lightness. #228BAB color has an wavelength of 497.85185nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #228BAB is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #228BAB is #28A. The Closest Color to #228BAB is #4682B4. Official Name of #228BAB Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #228BAB is 80 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 33 Black and #228BAB CMY is 80, 19, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #228BAB is hsl(194,67,40, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(194, 80, 67). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #228BAB is 17.24, 21.74, 41.81.
Hex8 Value of #228BAB is #228BABFF. Decimal Value of #228BAB is 2263979 and Octal Value of #228BAB is 10505653. Binary Value of #228BAB is 100010, 10001011, 10101011 and Android of #228BAB is 4280454059 / 0xff228bab. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #228BAB is 0.213, 0.269, 0.269 and YIQ Color Space of #228BAB is 111.253, -72.8511, -12.2491. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #228BAB is 15.18, 25.03, 41.46. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #228BAB is 53.75, -17.61, -25.11. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #228BAB is 53.75, -35.45, -35.61. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #228BAB is 53.75, 30.67, 234.96. Hunter Lab variable of #228BAB is 46.63, -15.6, -20.53.

#228BAB - Boston Blue Color Image
#228BAB - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #228BAB

RGB Percentages of #228BAB

13%
54%
67%

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 #228BAB

13.33%
36.64%
67.06%

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 #228BAB

80%
19%
0%
33%

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 #228BAB

To get 25% Saturated #228BAB Color, you need to convert the hex color #228BAB 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 #228BAB 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 #228BAB

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 #228BAB

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 #228BAB

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 #228BAB to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #228BAB to it's the darkest color.

#228BAB Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(34, 139, 171)
RGB Percent 13%, 54%, 67%
RYB 34.0, 93.44, 171.0
CMYK 80, 19, 0, 33
CMY 80, 19, 0
HSL hsl(194, 67%, 40%)
HSLA hsl(194, 67%, 40%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(194, 80, 67)
XYZ 17.24, 21.74, 41.81
Hex8 Value #228BABFF
Decimal Value 2263979
Octal Value 10505653
Binary Value 100010,10001011,10101011
Android 4280454059 / 0xff228bab
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(194, 67%, 40%)
xyY 0.213, 0.269, 21.743
YIQ 111.253, -72.8511, -12.2491
LMS 15.18, 25.03, 41.46
CieLAB 53.75, -17.61, -25.11
CieLUV : LCHuv 53.75, -35.45, -35.61
CieLCH : LCHab 53.75, 30.67, 234.96
Hunter Lab 46.63, -15.6, -20.53
YUV 111.253, 29.39, -67.78
YDbDr 111.253, 89.91, 146.91
YCbCr 111.55, 157.62, 79.6
YCoCg 120.75, 102.5, 18.25
YPbPr 111.25, 33.72, -55.1
Munsell Color System 11170.01 248.61/217.47

#228BAB HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#228BAB as Background:

Almost any biography will have its useful suggestions for making life a success, but none better or more unfailing than the biography of Christ.

Robert Baden-Powell
<p style="background: #228BAB">…</p>

#228BAB as Text Color:

I've always told people that to be successful you have to enjoy what you're doing and right now I really enjoy what I'm doing. I'm having too much fun with my life. Why would I want to do something else? Why would I want to run for governor?

Donald Trump
<p style="color: #228BAB">…</p>

#228BAB as Text Shadow:

A thing that many young fellows don't seem to realism at first is that success depends on oneself and not on a kindly fate, nor on the interest of powerful friends.

Robert Baden-Powell
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #228BAB">…</p>

#228BAB as Linear Gradient:

Prosperity is not just having things. It is the consciousness that attracts the things. Prosperity is a way of living and thinking, and not just having money or things. Poverty is a way of living and thinking, and not just a lack of money or things.

Eric Butterworth
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #228BAB)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #228BAB?

RGB Value for #228BAB is rgb(34, 139, 171).

What is the RGB percentage of #228BAB?

RGB percentage for #228BAB is 13% Red 54% Green 67% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #228BAB?

CMYK Color Model of #228BAB is 80 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 33 Black.

What is the HSL value of #228BAB?

HSL Value of #228BAB is 194°(degrees) Hue 67 Saturation 40 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #228BAB?

HSV Value of #228BAB is 194 Hue 80 Saturation 67 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #228BAB?

XYZ Color Model of #228BAB is 17.24, 21.74, 41.81.