#278ABF Hex Color Code

#278ABF

The Hexadecimal Color #278ABF is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #278ABF RGB value is rgb(39, 138, 191). RGB Color Model of #278ABF consists of 15% red, 54% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #278ABF has 201°(degrees) Hue, 66% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #278ABF color has an wavelength of 493.44444nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #278ABF is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #278ABF is #28B. The Closest Color to #278ABF is #4682B4. Official Name of #278ABF Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #278ABF is 80 Cyan 28 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black and #278ABF CMY is 80, 28, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #278ABF is hsl(201,66,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(201, 80, 75). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #278ABF is 19.33, 22.37, 52.58.
Hex8 Value of #278ABF is #278ABFFF. Decimal Value of #278ABF is 2591423 and Octal Value of #278ABF is 11705277. Binary Value of #278ABF is 100111, 10001010, 10111111 and Android of #278ABF is 4280781503 / 0xff278abf. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #278ABF is 0.205, 0.237, 0.237 and YIQ Color Space of #278ABF is 114.441, -76.023, -4.4449. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #278ABF is 15.24, 24.69, 52.07. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #278ABF is 54.42, -9.49, -35.5. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #278ABF is 54.42, -33.25, -53.48. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #278ABF is 54.42, 36.75, 255.03. Hunter Lab variable of #278ABF is 47.3, -9.82, -32.8.

#278ABF - Boston Blue Color Image
#278ABF - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #278ABF

RGB Percentages of #278ABF

15%
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 #278ABF

15.29%
38.8%
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 #278ABF

80%
28%
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 #278ABF

To get 25% Saturated #278ABF Color, you need to convert the hex color #278ABF 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 #278ABF 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 #278ABF

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 #278ABF

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 #278ABF

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 #278ABF to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #278ABF to it's the darkest color.

#278ABF Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(39, 138, 191)
RGB Percent 15%, 54%, 74%
RYB 39.0, 98.95, 191.0
CMYK 80, 28, 0, 25
CMY 80, 28, 0
HSL hsl(201, 66%, 45%)
HSLA hsl(201, 66%, 45%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(201, 80, 75)
XYZ 19.33, 22.37, 52.58
Hex8 Value #278ABFFF
Decimal Value 2591423
Octal Value 11705277
Binary Value 100111,10001010,10111111
Android 4280781503 / 0xff278abf
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(201, 66%, 45%)
xyY 0.205, 0.237, 22.368
YIQ 114.441, -76.023, -4.4449
LMS 15.24, 24.69, 52.07
CieLAB 54.42, -9.49, -35.5
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.42, -33.25, -53.48
CieLCH : LCHab 54.42, 36.75, 255.03
Hunter Lab 47.3, -9.82, -32.8
YUV 114.441, 37.66, -66.19
YDbDr 114.441, 115.2, 143.47
YCbCr 114.28, 165.95, 80.73
YCoCg 126.5, 115.0, 11.5
YPbPr 114.44, 43.2, -53.81
Munsell Color System 11217.30 272.39/225.41

#278ABF HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#278ABF as Background:

The time I burned my guitar it was like a sacrifice. You sacrifice the things you love. I love my guitar.

Jimi Hendrix
<p style="background: #278ABF">…</p>

#278ABF as Text Color:

Our dilemma is that we hate change and love it at the same time; what we really want is for things to remain the same but get better.

Sydney J. Harris
<p style="color: #278ABF">…</p>

#278ABF as Text Shadow:

Caresses, expressions of one sort or another, are necessary to the life of the affections as leaves are to the life of a tree. If they are wholly restrained, love will die at the roots.

Nathaniel Hawthorne
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #278ABF">…</p>

#278ABF as Linear Gradient:

Never measure the height of a mountain until you have reached the top. Then you will see how low it was.

Dag Hammarskjold
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #278ABF)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #278ABF?

RGB Value for #278ABF is rgb(39, 138, 191).

What is the RGB percentage of #278ABF?

RGB percentage for #278ABF is 15% Red 54% Green 74% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #278ABF?

CMYK Color Model of #278ABF is 80 Cyan 28 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black.

What is the HSL value of #278ABF?

HSL Value of #278ABF is 201°(degrees) Hue 66 Saturation 45 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #278ABF?

HSV Value of #278ABF is 201 Hue 80 Saturation 75 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #278ABF?

XYZ Color Model of #278ABF is 19.33, 22.37, 52.58.