#228DBE Hex Color Code

#228DBE

The Hexadecimal Color #228DBE is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #228DBE RGB value is rgb(34, 141, 190). RGB Color Model of #228DBE consists of 13% red, 55% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #228DBE has 199°(degrees) Hue, 70% Saturation and 44% Lightness. #228DBE color has an wavelength of 494.7037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #228DBE is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #228DBE is #28B. The Closest Color to #228DBE is #4682B4. Official Name of #228DBE Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #228DBE is 82 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black and #228DBE CMY is 82, 26, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #228DBE is hsl(199,70,44, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(199, 82, 75). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #228DBE is 19.48, 23.11, 52.14.
Hex8 Value of #228DBE is #228DBEFF. Decimal Value of #228DBE is 2264510 and Octal Value of #228DBE is 10506676. Binary Value of #228DBE is 100010, 10001101, 10111110 and Android of #228DBE is 4280454590 / 0xff228dbe. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #228DBE is 0.206, 0.244, 0.244 and YIQ Color Space of #228DBE is 114.593, -79.505, -7.3817. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #228DBE is 15.74, 25.84, 51.65. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #228DBE is 55.19, -12.04, -33.74. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #228DBE is 55.19, -34.96, -50.45. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #228DBE is 55.19, 35.82, 250.36. Hunter Lab variable of #228DBE is 48.07, -11.8, -30.66.

#228DBE - Boston Blue Color Image
#228DBE - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #228DBE

RGB Percentages of #228DBE

13%
55%
74%

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 #228DBE

13.33%
38.22%
74.51%

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 #228DBE

82%
26%
0%
25%

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 #228DBE

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

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 #228DBE

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 #228DBE

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

#228DBE Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(34, 141, 190)
RGB Percent 13%, 55%, 74%
RYB 34.0, 97.47, 190.0
CMYK 82, 26, 0, 25
CMY 82, 26, 0
HSL hsl(199, 70%, 44%)
HSLA hsl(199, 70%, 44%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(199, 82, 75)
XYZ 19.48, 23.11, 52.14
Hex8 Value #228DBEFF
Decimal Value 2264510
Octal Value 10506676
Binary Value 100010,10001101,10111110
Android 4280454590 / 0xff228dbe
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(199, 70%, 44%)
xyY 0.206, 0.244, 23.105
YIQ 114.593, -79.505, -7.3817
LMS 15.74, 25.84, 51.65
CieLAB 55.19, -12.04, -33.74
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.19, -34.96, -50.45
CieLCH : LCHab 55.19, 35.82, 250.36
Hunter Lab 48.07, -11.8, -30.66
YUV 114.593, 37.09, -70.7
YDbDr 114.593, 113.47, 153.26
YCbCr 114.42, 165.38, 77.5
YCoCg 126.5, 112.0, 14.5
YPbPr 114.59, 42.55, -57.48
Munsell Color System 11279.34 266.75/223.46

#228DBE HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#228DBE as Background:

If a fox is unable to befriend a tiger, then the fox should create an illusion of close association with the tiger by carefully trailing behind the cat while boasting of the deep friendship they share. In this way, he creates an impression that his well being is of great concern to the tiger.

Chin-Ning Chu
<p style="background: #228DBE">…</p>

#228DBE as Text Color:

Man himself cannot express love and humility by external signs, so plainly as does a dog, when with drooping ears, hanging lips, flexuous body, and wagging tail, he meets his beloved master.

Charles Darwin
<p style="color: #228DBE">…</p>

#228DBE as Text Shadow:

Writers seldom choose as friends those self-contained characters who are never in trouble, never unhappy or ill, never make mistakes, and always count their change when it is handed to them.

Catherine Drinker Bowen
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #228DBE">…</p>

#228DBE as Linear Gradient:

When someone cares... it is easier to speak, it is easier to listen, it is easier to play, it is easier to work. When someone cares it is easier to laugh.

Susan Polis Schutz
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #228DBE)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #228DBE?

RGB Value for #228DBE is rgb(34, 141, 190).

What is the RGB percentage of #228DBE?

RGB percentage for #228DBE is 13% Red 55% Green 74% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #228DBE is 82 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black.

What is the HSL value of #228DBE?

HSL Value of #228DBE is 199°(degrees) Hue 70 Saturation 44 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #228DBE?

HSV Value of #228DBE is 199 Hue 82 Saturation 75 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #228DBE?

XYZ Color Model of #228DBE is 19.48, 23.11, 52.14.