#268BAE Hex Color Code
#268BAE
The Hexadecimal Color #268BAE is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #268BAE RGB value is rgb(38, 139, 174). RGB Color Model of #268BAE consists of 14% red, 54% green and 68% blue. HSL color Mode of #268BAE has 195°(degrees) Hue, 64% Saturation and 42% Lightness. #268BAE color has an wavelength of 497.22222nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #268BAE is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #268BAE is #28A. The Closest Color to #268BAE is #4682B4. Official Name of #268BAE Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #268BAE is 78 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 32 Black and #268BAE CMY is 78, 20, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #268BAE is hsl(195,64,42, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(195, 78, 68). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #268BAE is 17.67, 21.93, 43.34.
Hex8 Value of #268BAE is #268BAEFF. Decimal Value of #268BAE is 2526126 and Octal Value of #268BAE is 11505656. Binary Value of #268BAE is 100110, 10001011, 10101110 and Android of #268BAE is 4280716206 / 0xff268bae. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #268BAE is 0.213, 0.264, 0.264 and YIQ Color Space of #268BAE is 112.791, -71.4314, -10.4695. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #268BAE is 15.33, 25.06, 42.97. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #268BAE is 53.95, -16.15, -26.51. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #268BAE is 53.95, -34.75, -38.06. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #268BAE is 53.95, 31.04, 238.65. Hunter Lab variable of #268BAE is 46.83, -14.6, -22.09.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #268BAE
RGB Percentages of #268BAE
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 #268BAE
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 #268BAE
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 #268BAE
To get 25% Saturated #268BAE Color, you need to convert the hex color #268BAE 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 #268BAE 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 #268BAE
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 #268BAE
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 #268BAE
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 #268BAE to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #268BAE to it's the darkest color.
#268BAE Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(38, 139, 174) |
| RGB Percent | 14%, 54%, 68% |
| RYB | 38.0, 95.96, 174.0 |
| CMYK | 78, 20, 0, 32 |
| CMY | 78, 20, 0 |
| HSL | hsl(195, 64%, 42%) |
| HSLA | hsl(195, 64%, 42%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(195, 78, 68) |
| XYZ | 17.67, 21.93, 43.34 |
| Hex8 Value | #268BAEFF |
| Decimal Value | 2526126 |
| Octal Value | 11505656 |
| Binary Value | 100110,10001011,10101110 |
| Android | 4280716206 / 0xff268bae |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(195, 64%, 42%) |
| xyY | 0.213, 0.264, 21.931 |
| YIQ | 112.791, -71.4314, -10.4695 |
| LMS | 15.33, 25.06, 42.97 |
| CieLAB | 53.95, -16.15, -26.51 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 53.95, -34.75, -38.06 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 53.95, 31.04, 238.65 |
| Hunter Lab | 46.83, -14.6, -22.09 |
| YUV | 112.791, 30.11, -65.62 |
| YDbDr | 112.791, 92.11, 142.23 |
| YCbCr | 112.87, 158.34, 81.14 |
| YCoCg | 122.5, 106.0, 16.5 |
| YPbPr | 112.79, 34.54, -53.35 |
| Munsell Color System | 11185.51 249.85/219.06 |
#268BAE HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#268BAE as Background:
A friend is one to whom one may pour out the contents of one's heart, chaff and grain together, knowing that gentle hands will take and sift it, keep what is worth keeping, and with a breath of kindness, blow the rest away.
<p style="background: #268BAE">…</p>#268BAE as Text Color:
False friendship, like the ivy, decays and ruins the walls it embraces; but true friendship gives new life and animation to the object it supports.
<p style="color: #268BAE">…</p>#268BAE as Text Shadow:
Friends are as companions on a journey, who ought to aid each other to persevere in the road to a happier life.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #268BAE">…</p>#268BAE as Linear Gradient:
A good friend can tell you what is the matter with you in a minute. He may not seem such a good friend after telling.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #268BAE)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #268BAE?
RGB Value for #268BAE is rgb(38, 139, 174).
What is the RGB percentage of #268BAE?
RGB percentage for #268BAE is 14% Red 54% Green 68% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #268BAE?
CMYK Color Model of #268BAE is 78 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 32 Black.
What is the HSL value of #268BAE?
HSL Value of #268BAE is 195°(degrees) Hue 64 Saturation 42 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #268BAE?
HSV Value of #268BAE is 195 Hue 78 Saturation 68 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #268BAE?
XYZ Color Model of #268BAE is 17.67, 21.93, 43.34.