#238BA6 Hex Color Code

#238BA6

The Hexadecimal Color #238BA6 is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #238BA6 RGB value is rgb(35, 139, 166). RGB Color Model of #238BA6 consists of 13% red, 54% green and 65% blue. HSL color Mode of #238BA6 has 192°(degrees) Hue, 65% Saturation and 39% Lightness. #238BA6 color has an wavelength of 499.11111nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #238BA6 is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #238BA6 is #28A. The Closest Color to #238BA6 is #4682B4. Official Name of #238BA6 Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #238BA6 is 79 Cyan 16 Magenta 0 Yellow 35 Black and #238BA6 CMY is 79, 16, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #238BA6 is hsl(192,65,39, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(192, 79, 65). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #238BA6 is 16.81, 21.57, 39.35.
Hex8 Value of #238BA6 is #238BA6FF. Decimal Value of #238BA6 is 2329510 and Octal Value of #238BA6 is 10705646. Binary Value of #238BA6 is 100011, 10001011, 10100110 and Android of #238BA6 is 4280519590 / 0xff238ba6. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #238BA6 is 0.216, 0.278, 0.278 and YIQ Color Space of #238BA6 is 110.982, -70.6487, -13.5936. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #238BA6 is 15.19, 25.03, 39.04. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #238BA6 is 53.57, -19.2, -22.52. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #238BA6 is 53.57, -35.63, -31.24. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #238BA6 is 53.57, 29.59, 229.55. Hunter Lab variable of #238BA6 is 46.44, -16.67, -17.72.

#238BA6 - Boston Blue Color Image
#238BA6 - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #238BA6

RGB Percentages of #238BA6

13%
54%
65%

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 #238BA6

13.73%
36.46%
65.1%

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 #238BA6

79%
16%
0%
35%

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 #238BA6

To get 25% Saturated #238BA6 Color, you need to convert the hex color #238BA6 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 #238BA6 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 #238BA6

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 #238BA6

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 #238BA6

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 #238BA6 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #238BA6 to it's the darkest color.

#238BA6 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(35, 139, 166)
RGB Percent 13%, 54%, 65%
RYB 35.0, 92.97, 166.0
CMYK 79, 16, 0, 35
CMY 79, 16, 0
HSL hsl(192, 65%, 39%)
HSLA hsl(192, 65%, 39%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(192, 79, 65)
XYZ 16.81, 21.57, 39.35
Hex8 Value #238BA6FF
Decimal Value 2329510
Octal Value 10705646
Binary Value 100011,10001011,10100110
Android 4280519590 / 0xff238ba6
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(192, 65%, 39%)
xyY 0.216, 0.278, 21.574
YIQ 110.982, -70.6487, -13.5936
LMS 15.19, 25.03, 39.04
CieLAB 53.57, -19.2, -22.52
CieLUV : LCHuv 53.57, -35.63, -31.24
CieLCH : LCHab 53.57, 29.59, 229.55
Hunter Lab 46.44, -16.67, -17.72
YUV 110.982, 27.06, -66.66
YDbDr 110.982, 82.79, 144.49
YCbCr 111.31, 155.27, 80.39
YCoCg 119.75, 100.5, 19.25
YPbPr 110.98, 31.05, -54.2
Munsell Color System 11156.41 242.08/215.14

#238BA6 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#238BA6 as Background:

I don't think life is absurd. I think we are all here for a huge purpose. I think we shrink from the immensity of the purpose we are here for.

Norman Mailer
<p style="background: #238BA6">…</p>

#238BA6 as Text Color:

I've never tried to block out the memories of the past, even though some are painful. I don't understand people who hide from their past. Everything you live through helps to make you the person you are now.

Sophia Loren
<p style="color: #238BA6">…</p>

#238BA6 as Text Shadow:

There is no persuasiveness more effectual than the transparency of a single heart, of a sincere life.

Joseph Barber Lightfoot
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #238BA6">…</p>

#238BA6 as Linear Gradient:

On the plains of hesitation lie the blackened bones of countless millions who at the dawn of victory lay down to rest, and in resting died.

Adlai E. Stevenson
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #238BA6)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #238BA6?

RGB Value for #238BA6 is rgb(35, 139, 166).

What is the RGB percentage of #238BA6?

RGB percentage for #238BA6 is 13% Red 54% Green 65% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #238BA6?

CMYK Color Model of #238BA6 is 79 Cyan 16 Magenta 0 Yellow 35 Black.

What is the HSL value of #238BA6?

HSL Value of #238BA6 is 192°(degrees) Hue 65 Saturation 39 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #238BA6?

HSV Value of #238BA6 is 192 Hue 79 Saturation 65 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #238BA6?

XYZ Color Model of #238BA6 is 16.81, 21.57, 39.35.