#268BAC Hex Color Code

#268BAC

The Hexadecimal Color #268BAC is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #268BAC RGB value is rgb(38, 139, 172). RGB Color Model of #268BAC consists of 14% red, 54% green and 67% blue. HSL color Mode of #268BAC has 195°(degrees) Hue, 64% Saturation and 41% Lightness. #268BAC color has an wavelength of 497.22222nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #268BAC is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #268BAC is #28A. The Closest Color to #268BAC is #4682B4. Official Name of #268BAC Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #268BAC is 78 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 33 Black and #268BAC CMY is 78, 19, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #268BAC is hsl(195,64,41, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(195, 78, 67). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #268BAC is 17.48, 21.85, 42.32.
Hex8 Value of #268BAC is #268BACFF. Decimal Value of #268BAC is 2526124 and Octal Value of #268BAC is 11505654. Binary Value of #268BAC is 100110, 10001011, 10101100 and Android of #268BAC is 4280716204 / 0xff268bac. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #268BAC is 0.214, 0.268, 0.268 and YIQ Color Space of #268BAC is 112.563, -70.7888, -11.0919. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #268BAC is 15.32, 25.05, 41.97. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #268BAC is 53.87, -16.81, -25.5. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #268BAC is 53.87, -34.85, -36.34. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #268BAC is 53.87, 30.54, 236.61. Hunter Lab variable of #268BAC is 46.74, -15.05, -20.96.

#268BAC - Boston Blue Color Image
#268BAC - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #268BAC

RGB Percentages of #268BAC

14%
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 #268BAC

14.9%
37.49%
67.45%

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 #268BAC

78%
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 #268BAC

To get 25% Saturated #268BAC Color, you need to convert the hex color #268BAC 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 #268BAC 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 #268BAC

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 #268BAC

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 #268BAC

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 #268BAC to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #268BAC to it's the darkest color.

#268BAC Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(38, 139, 172)
RGB Percent 14%, 54%, 67%
RYB 38.0, 95.59, 172.0
CMYK 78, 19, 0, 33
CMY 78, 19, 0
HSL hsl(195, 64%, 41%)
HSLA hsl(195, 64%, 41%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(195, 78, 67)
XYZ 17.48, 21.85, 42.32
Hex8 Value #268BACFF
Decimal Value 2526124
Octal Value 11505654
Binary Value 100110,10001011,10101100
Android 4280716204 / 0xff268bac
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(195, 64%, 41%)
xyY 0.214, 0.268, 21.854
YIQ 112.563, -70.7888, -11.0919
LMS 15.32, 25.05, 41.97
CieLAB 53.87, -16.81, -25.5
CieLUV : LCHuv 53.87, -34.85, -36.34
CieLCH : LCHab 53.87, 30.54, 236.61
Hunter Lab 46.74, -15.05, -20.96
YUV 112.563, 29.24, -65.42
YDbDr 112.563, 89.44, 141.79
YCbCr 112.67, 157.46, 81.28
YCoCg 122.0, 105.0, 17.0
YPbPr 112.56, 33.54, -53.18
Munsell Color System 11179.36 247.41/218.20

#268BAC HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#268BAC as Background:

I guess, when you get down to it, a loving touch compensates for an unskilled hand about everywhere except in an airplane cockpit.

Robert Breault
<p style="background: #268BAC">…</p>

#268BAC as Text Color:

Could you imagine how horrible things would be if we always told others how we felt? Life would be intolerably bearable.

R. K. Milholland
<p style="color: #268BAC">…</p>

#268BAC as Text Shadow:

A warrior so bold, and a virgin so bright, Conversed as they sat on the green. They gazed on each other with tender delight, Alonzo the Brave was the name of the knight-- The maiden's the Fair Imogene.

Matthew Gregory Lewis
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #268BAC">…</p>

#268BAC as Linear Gradient:

Giving and receiving love is vital to human existence. It is the glue that binds couples, families, communities, cultures, and nations.

G. Frank Lawlis
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #268BAC)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #268BAC?

RGB Value for #268BAC is rgb(38, 139, 172).

What is the RGB percentage of #268BAC?

RGB percentage for #268BAC is 14% Red 54% Green 67% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #268BAC?

CMYK Color Model of #268BAC is 78 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 33 Black.

What is the HSL value of #268BAC?

HSL Value of #268BAC is 195°(degrees) Hue 64 Saturation 41 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #268BAC?

HSV Value of #268BAC is 195 Hue 78 Saturation 67 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #268BAC?

XYZ Color Model of #268BAC is 17.48, 21.85, 42.32.