#268DB8 Hex Color Code

#268DB8

The Hexadecimal Color #268DB8 is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #268DB8 RGB value is rgb(38, 141, 184). RGB Color Model of #268DB8 consists of 14% red, 55% green and 72% blue. HSL color Mode of #268DB8 has 198°(degrees) Hue, 66% Saturation and 44% Lightness. #268DB8 color has an wavelength of 495.33333nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #268DB8 is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #268DB8 is #28B. The Closest Color to #268DB8 is #4682B4. Official Name of #268DB8 Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #268DB8 is 79 Cyan 23 Magenta 0 Yellow 28 Black and #268DB8 CMY is 79, 23, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #268DB8 is hsl(198,66,44, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(198, 79, 72). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #268DB8 is 18.97, 22.92, 48.76.
Hex8 Value of #268DB8 is #268DB8FF. Decimal Value of #268DB8 is 2526648 and Octal Value of #268DB8 is 11506670. Binary Value of #268DB8 is 100110, 10001101, 10111000 and Android of #268DB8 is 4280716728 / 0xff268db8. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #268DB8 is 0.209, 0.253, 0.253 and YIQ Color Space of #268DB8 is 115.105, -75.1936, -8.4029. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #268DB8 is 15.83, 25.86, 48.32. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #268DB8 is 54.99, -13.79, -30.62. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #268DB8 is 54.99, -34.87, -45.13. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #268DB8 is 54.99, 33.58, 245.76. Hunter Lab variable of #268DB8 is 47.87, -13.05, -26.87.

#268DB8 - Boston Blue Color Image
#268DB8 - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #268DB8

RGB Percentages of #268DB8

14%
55%
72%

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 #268DB8

14.9%
38.59%
72.16%

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 #268DB8

79%
23%
0%
28%

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 #268DB8

To get 25% Saturated #268DB8 Color, you need to convert the hex color #268DB8 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 #268DB8 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 #268DB8

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 #268DB8

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 #268DB8

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 #268DB8 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #268DB8 to it's the darkest color.

#268DB8 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(38, 141, 184)
RGB Percent 14%, 55%, 72%
RYB 38.0, 98.39, 184.0
CMYK 79, 23, 0, 28
CMY 79, 23, 0
HSL hsl(198, 66%, 44%)
HSLA hsl(198, 66%, 44%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(198, 79, 72)
XYZ 18.97, 22.92, 48.76
Hex8 Value #268DB8FF
Decimal Value 2526648
Octal Value 11506670
Binary Value 100110,10001101,10111000
Android 4280716728 / 0xff268db8
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(198, 66%, 44%)
xyY 0.209, 0.253, 22.92
YIQ 115.105, -75.1936, -8.4029
LMS 15.83, 25.86, 48.32
CieLAB 54.99, -13.79, -30.62
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.99, -34.87, -45.13
CieLCH : LCHab 54.99, 33.58, 245.76
Hunter Lab 47.87, -13.05, -26.87
YUV 115.105, 33.89, -67.64
YDbDr 115.105, 103.67, 146.63
YCbCr 114.85, 162.15, 79.69
YCoCg 126.0, 111.0, 15.0
YPbPr 115.1, 38.88, -55.0
Munsell Color System 11266.18 257.47/221.83

#268DB8 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#268DB8 as Background:

One appreciates that daily life is really good when one wakes from a horrible dream, or when one takes the first outing after a sickness. Why not realize it now?

William Lyon Phelps
<p style="background: #268DB8">…</p>

#268DB8 as Text Color:

The last fling of winter is over ... The earth, the soil itself, has a dreaming quality about it. It is warm now to the touch; it has come alive; it hides secrets that in a moment, in a little while, it will tell.

Donald C. Peattie
<p style="color: #268DB8">…</p>

#268DB8 as Text Shadow:

That faculty of beholding at a hint the face of his desire and the shape of his dream, without which the earth would know no lover and no adventurer.

Joseph Conrad
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #268DB8">…</p>

#268DB8 as Linear Gradient:

The triumph can't be had without the struggle. And I know what struggle is. I have spent a lifetime trying to share what it has meant to be a woman first in the world of sports so that other young women have a chance to reach their dreams.

Wilma Rudolph
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #268DB8)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #268DB8?

RGB Value for #268DB8 is rgb(38, 141, 184).

What is the RGB percentage of #268DB8?

RGB percentage for #268DB8 is 14% Red 55% Green 72% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #268DB8?

CMYK Color Model of #268DB8 is 79 Cyan 23 Magenta 0 Yellow 28 Black.

What is the HSL value of #268DB8?

HSL Value of #268DB8 is 198°(degrees) Hue 66 Saturation 44 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #268DB8?

HSV Value of #268DB8 is 198 Hue 79 Saturation 72 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #268DB8?

XYZ Color Model of #268DB8 is 18.97, 22.92, 48.76.