#268CBF Hex Color Code

#268CBF

The Hexadecimal Color #268CBF is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #268CBF RGB value is rgb(38, 140, 191). RGB Color Model of #268CBF consists of 14% red, 54% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #268CBF has 200°(degrees) Hue, 67% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #268CBF color has an wavelength of 494.07407nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #268CBF is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #268CBF is #28B. The Closest Color to #268CBF is #4682B4. Official Name of #268CBF Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #268CBF is 80 Cyan 27 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black and #268CBF CMY is 80, 27, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #268CBF is hsl(200,67,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(200, 80, 75). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #268CBF is 19.58, 22.93, 52.67.
Hex8 Value of #268CBF is #268CBFFF. Decimal Value of #268CBF is 2526399 and Octal Value of #268CBF is 11506277. Binary Value of #268CBF is 100110, 10001100, 10111111 and Android of #268CBF is 4280716479 / 0xff268cbf. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #268CBF is 0.206, 0.241, 0.241 and YIQ Color Space of #268CBF is 115.316, -77.1681, -5.7018. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #268CBF is 15.65, 25.47, 52.17. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #268CBF is 55.0, -10.74, -34.59. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #268CBF is 55.0, -34.08, -51.95. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #268CBF is 55.0, 36.22, 252.75. Hunter Lab variable of #268CBF is 47.89, -10.81, -31.69.

#268CBF - Boston Blue Color Image
#268CBF - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #268CBF

RGB Percentages of #268CBF

14%
54%
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 #268CBF

14.9%
38.9%
74.9%

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 #268CBF

80%
27%
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 #268CBF

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

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 #268CBF

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 #268CBF

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

#268CBF Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(38, 140, 191)
RGB Percent 14%, 54%, 74%
RYB 38.0, 99.2, 191.0
CMYK 80, 27, 0, 25
CMY 80, 27, 0
HSL hsl(200, 67%, 45%)
HSLA hsl(200, 67%, 45%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(200, 80, 75)
XYZ 19.58, 22.93, 52.67
Hex8 Value #268CBFFF
Decimal Value 2526399
Octal Value 11506277
Binary Value 100110,10001100,10111111
Android 4280716479 / 0xff268cbf
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(200, 67%, 45%)
xyY 0.206, 0.241, 22.927
YIQ 115.316, -77.1681, -5.7018
LMS 15.65, 25.47, 52.17
CieLAB 55.0, -10.74, -34.59
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.0, -34.08, -51.95
CieLCH : LCHab 55.0, 36.22, 252.75
Hunter Lab 47.89, -10.81, -31.69
YUV 115.316, 37.23, -67.83
YDbDr 115.316, 113.88, 147.03
YCbCr 115.04, 165.52, 79.56
YCoCg 127.25, 114.5, 12.75
YPbPr 115.32, 42.71, -55.15
Munsell Color System 11264.32 268.15/224.48

#268CBF HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#268CBF as Background:

Many of us ask what can I, as one person, do, but history shows us that everything good and bad starts because somebody does something or does not do something.

Sylvia Earle
<p style="background: #268CBF">…</p>

#268CBF as Text Color:

One kernel is felt in a hogshead; one drop of water helps to swell the ocean; a spark of fire helps to give light to the world. None are too small, too feeble, too poor to be of service. Think of this and act.

Hannah More
<p style="color: #268CBF">…</p>

#268CBF as Text Shadow:

Life began three and a half billion years ago, necessarily about as simple as it could be, because life arose spontaneously from the organic compounds in the primeval oceans.

Stephen Jay Gould
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #268CBF">…</p>

#268CBF as Linear Gradient:

I said that the oceans were sick but they're not going to die. There is no death possible in the oceans - there will always be life - but they're getting sicker every year.

Jacques Yves Cousteau
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #268CBF)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #268CBF?

RGB Value for #268CBF is rgb(38, 140, 191).

What is the RGB percentage of #268CBF?

RGB percentage for #268CBF is 14% Red 54% Green 74% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #268CBF is 80 Cyan 27 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black.

What is the HSL value of #268CBF?

HSL Value of #268CBF is 200°(degrees) Hue 67 Saturation 45 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #268CBF?

HSV Value of #268CBF is 200 Hue 80 Saturation 75 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #268CBF?

XYZ Color Model of #268CBF is 19.58, 22.93, 52.67.