#238DBB Hex Color Code

#238DBB

The Hexadecimal Color #238DBB is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #238DBB RGB value is rgb(35, 141, 187). RGB Color Model of #238DBB consists of 13% red, 55% green and 73% blue. HSL color Mode of #238DBB has 198°(degrees) Hue, 68% Saturation and 44% Lightness. #238DBB color has an wavelength of 495.33333nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #238DBB is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #238DBB is #28B. The Closest Color to #238DBB is #4682B4. Official Name of #238DBB Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #238DBB is 81 Cyan 25 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black and #238DBB CMY is 81, 25, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #238DBB is hsl(198,68,44, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(198, 81, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #238DBB is 19.18, 22.99, 50.43.
Hex8 Value of #238DBB is #238DBBFF. Decimal Value of #238DBB is 2330043 and Octal Value of #238DBB is 10706673. Binary Value of #238DBB is 100011, 10001101, 10111011 and Android of #238DBB is 4280520123 / 0xff238dbb. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #238DBB is 0.207, 0.248, 0.248 and YIQ Color Space of #238DBB is 114.55, -77.9452, -8.1038. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #238DBB is 15.74, 25.84, 49.96. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #238DBB is 55.06, -13.03, -32.22. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #238DBB is 55.06, -35.05, -47.84. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #238DBB is 55.06, 34.75, 247.98. Hunter Lab variable of #238DBB is 47.95, -12.51, -28.8.

#238DBB - Boston Blue Color Image
#238DBB - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #238DBB

RGB Percentages of #238DBB

13%
55%
73%

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 #238DBB

13.73%
38.22%
73.33%

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 #238DBB

81%
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 #238DBB

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

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 #238DBB

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 #238DBB

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

#238DBB Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(35, 141, 187)
RGB Percent 13%, 55%, 73%
RYB 35.0, 97.45, 187.0
CMYK 81, 25, 0, 27
CMY 81, 25, 0
HSL hsl(198, 68%, 44%)
HSLA hsl(198, 68%, 44%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(198, 81, 73)
XYZ 19.18, 22.99, 50.43
Hex8 Value #238DBBFF
Decimal Value 2330043
Octal Value 10706673
Binary Value 100011,10001101,10111011
Android 4280520123 / 0xff238dbb
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(198, 68%, 44%)
xyY 0.207, 0.248, 22.993
YIQ 114.55, -77.9452, -8.1038
LMS 15.74, 25.84, 49.96
CieLAB 55.06, -13.03, -32.22
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.06, -35.05, -47.84
CieLCH : LCHab 55.06, 34.75, 247.98
Hunter Lab 47.95, -12.51, -28.8
YUV 114.55, 35.64, -69.79
YDbDr 114.55, 109.02, 151.28
YCbCr 114.38, 163.92, 78.16
YCoCg 126.0, 111.0, 15.0
YPbPr 114.55, 40.89, -56.74
Munsell Color System 11271.12 262.71/222.60

#238DBB HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#238DBB as Background:

When I was a boy of 14, my father was so ignorant I could hardly stand to have the old man around. But when I got to be 21, I was astonished at how much the old man had learned in seven years.

Mark Twain
<p style="background: #238DBB">…</p>

#238DBB as Text Color:

The most extraordinary thing in the world is an ordinary man and an ordinary woman and their ordinary children.

Gilbert K. Chesterton
<p style="color: #238DBB">…</p>

#238DBB as Text Shadow:

She discovered with great delight that one does not love one's children just because they are one's children but because of the friendship formed while raising them.

Gabriel Garcia Marquez
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #238DBB">…</p>

#238DBB as Linear Gradient:

The best of all gifts around any Christmas tree: the presence of a happy family all wrapped up in each other.

Bill Vaughan
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #238DBB)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #238DBB?

RGB Value for #238DBB is rgb(35, 141, 187).

What is the RGB percentage of #238DBB?

RGB percentage for #238DBB is 13% Red 55% Green 73% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #238DBB is 81 Cyan 25 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #238DBB?

HSL Value of #238DBB is 198°(degrees) Hue 68 Saturation 44 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #238DBB?

HSV Value of #238DBB is 198 Hue 81 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #238DBB?

XYZ Color Model of #238DBB is 19.18, 22.99, 50.43.