#268EB5 Hex Color Code

#268EB5

The Hexadecimal Color #268EB5 is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #268EB5 RGB value is rgb(38, 142, 181). RGB Color Model of #268EB5 consists of 14% red, 55% green and 70% blue. HSL color Mode of #268EB5 has 196°(degrees) Hue, 65% Saturation and 43% Lightness. #268EB5 color has an wavelength of 496.59259nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #268EB5 is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #268EB5 is #28B. The Closest Color to #268EB5 is #4682B4. Official Name of #268EB5 Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #268EB5 is 79 Cyan 22 Magenta 0 Yellow 29 Black and #268EB5 CMY is 79, 22, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #268EB5 is hsl(196,65,43, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(196, 79, 71). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #268EB5 is 18.81, 23.09, 47.17.
Hex8 Value of #268EB5 is #268EB5FF. Decimal Value of #268EB5 is 2526901 and Octal Value of #268EB5 is 11507265. Binary Value of #268EB5 is 100110, 10001110, 10110101 and Android of #268EB5 is 4280716981 / 0xff268eb5. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #268EB5 is 0.211, 0.259, 0.259 and YIQ Color Space of #268EB5 is 115.35, -74.5043, -9.8592. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #268EB5 is 16.04, 26.25, 46.76. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #268EB5 is 55.16, -15.37, -28.63. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #268EB5 is 55.16, -35.38, -41.74. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #268EB5 is 55.16, 32.49, 241.77. Hunter Lab variable of #268EB5 is 48.05, -14.22, -24.57.

#268EB5 - Boston Blue Color Image
#268EB5 - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #268EB5

RGB Percentages of #268EB5

14%
55%
70%

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 #268EB5

14.9%
38.51%
70.98%

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 #268EB5

79%
22%
0%
29%

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 #268EB5

To get 25% Saturated #268EB5 Color, you need to convert the hex color #268EB5 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 #268EB5 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 #268EB5

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 #268EB5

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 #268EB5

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 #268EB5 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #268EB5 to it's the darkest color.

#268EB5 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(38, 142, 181)
RGB Percent 14%, 55%, 70%
RYB 38.0, 98.21, 181.0
CMYK 79, 22, 0, 29
CMY 79, 22, 0
HSL hsl(196, 65%, 43%)
HSLA hsl(196, 65%, 43%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(196, 79, 71)
XYZ 18.81, 23.09, 47.17
Hex8 Value #268EB5FF
Decimal Value 2526901
Octal Value 11507265
Binary Value 100110,10001110,10110101
Android 4280716981 / 0xff268eb5
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(196, 65%, 43%)
xyY 0.211, 0.259, 23.092
YIQ 115.35, -74.5043, -9.8592
LMS 16.04, 26.25, 46.76
CieLAB 55.16, -15.37, -28.63
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.16, -35.38, -41.74
CieLCH : LCHab 55.16, 32.49, 241.77
Hunter Lab 48.05, -14.22, -24.57
YUV 115.35, 32.29, -67.86
YDbDr 115.35, 98.79, 147.1
YCbCr 115.07, 160.54, 79.54
YCoCg 125.75, 109.5, 16.25
YPbPr 115.35, 37.05, -55.17
Munsell Color System 11281.28 251.66/220.24

#268EB5 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#268EB5 as Background:

The success of each of us benefits us all, and the success of us all benefits each of us individually.

Walter Ulbricht
<p style="background: #268EB5">…</p>

#268EB5 as Text Color:

Every germ of goodness will at last struggle into bloom and fruitage...true success follows every right step.

Orison Swett Marden
<p style="color: #268EB5">…</p>

#268EB5 as Text Shadow:

You can't tell a kid that it's time to exercise; that's a turn-off...you have to say 'Let's go to the park and have some fun.' Then you get them to do some running, play on the swings, practice on the balance beam, basically get a full workout disguised as play.

Arnold Schwarzenegger
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #268EB5">…</p>

#268EB5 as Linear Gradient:

We live longer than our forefathers; but we suffer more from a thousand artificial anxieties and cares. They fatigued only the muscles, we exhaust the finer strength of the nerves

Edward George, Baron George
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #268EB5)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #268EB5?

RGB Value for #268EB5 is rgb(38, 142, 181).

What is the RGB percentage of #268EB5?

RGB percentage for #268EB5 is 14% Red 55% Green 70% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #268EB5?

CMYK Color Model of #268EB5 is 79 Cyan 22 Magenta 0 Yellow 29 Black.

What is the HSL value of #268EB5?

HSL Value of #268EB5 is 196°(degrees) Hue 65 Saturation 43 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #268EB5?

HSV Value of #268EB5 is 196 Hue 79 Saturation 71 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #268EB5?

XYZ Color Model of #268EB5 is 18.81, 23.09, 47.17.