#278BA1 Hex Color Code

#278BA1

The Hexadecimal Color #278BA1 is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #278BA1 RGB value is rgb(39, 139, 161). RGB Color Model of #278BA1 consists of 15% red, 54% green and 63% blue. HSL color Mode of #278BA1 has 191°(degrees) Hue, 61% Saturation and 39% Lightness. #278BA1 color has an wavelength of 499.74074nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #278BA1 is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #278BA1 is #289. The Closest Color to #278BA1 is #4682B4. Official Name of #278BA1 Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #278BA1 is 76 Cyan 14 Magenta 0 Yellow 37 Black and #278BA1 CMY is 76, 14, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #278BA1 is hsl(191,61,39, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(191, 76, 63). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #278BA1 is 16.5, 21.47, 36.99.
Hex8 Value of #278BA1 is #278BA1FF. Decimal Value of #278BA1 is 2591649 and Octal Value of #278BA1 is 11705641. Binary Value of #278BA1 is 100111, 10001011, 10100001 and Android of #278BA1 is 4280781729 / 0xff278ba1. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #278BA1 is 0.22, 0.286, 0.286 and YIQ Color Space of #278BA1 is 111.608, -66.6586, -14.3036. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #278BA1 is 15.31, 25.06, 36.72. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #278BA1 is 53.46, -20.47, -19.79. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #278BA1 is 53.46, -35.45, -26.75. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #278BA1 is 53.46, 28.47, 224.03. Hunter Lab variable of #278BA1 is 46.34, -17.52, -14.9.

#278BA1 - Boston Blue Color Image
#278BA1 - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #278BA1

RGB Percentages of #278BA1

15%
54%
63%

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 #278BA1

15.29%
36.85%
63.14%

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 #278BA1

76%
14%
0%
37%

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 #278BA1

To get 25% Saturated #278BA1 Color, you need to convert the hex color #278BA1 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 #278BA1 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 #278BA1

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 #278BA1

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 #278BA1

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 #278BA1 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #278BA1 to it's the darkest color.

#278BA1 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(39, 139, 161)
RGB Percent 15%, 54%, 63%
RYB 39.0, 93.95, 161.0
CMYK 76, 14, 0, 37
CMY 76, 14, 0
HSL hsl(191, 61%, 39%)
HSLA hsl(191, 61%, 39%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(191, 76, 63)
XYZ 16.5, 21.47, 36.99
Hex8 Value #278BA1FF
Decimal Value 2591649
Octal Value 11705641
Binary Value 100111,10001011,10100001
Android 4280781729 / 0xff278ba1
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(191, 61%, 39%)
xyY 0.22, 0.286, 21.468
YIQ 111.608, -66.6586, -14.3036
LMS 15.31, 25.06, 36.72
CieLAB 53.46, -20.47, -19.79
CieLUV : LCHuv 53.46, -35.45, -26.75
CieLCH : LCHab 53.46, 28.47, 224.03
Hunter Lab 46.34, -17.52, -14.9
YUV 111.608, 24.29, -63.7
YDbDr 111.608, 74.33, 138.07
YCbCr 111.85, 152.48, 82.51
YCoCg 119.5, 100.0, 19.5
YPbPr 111.61, 27.87, -51.79
Munsell Color System 11148.36 233.66/212.71

#278BA1 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#278BA1 as Background:

Continue to be bold, courageous. Try to choose the wisest thing and once you've chosen the wisest thing go out and try to achieve it. Be it.

Maya Angelou
<p style="background: #278BA1">…</p>

#278BA1 as Text Color:

A teacher is never a giver of truth; he is a guide, a pointer to the truth that each student must find for himself.

Bruce Lee
<p style="color: #278BA1">…</p>

#278BA1 as Text Shadow:

If you don't design your own life plan, chances are you'll fall into someone else's plan. And guess what they have planned for you? Not much.

Jim Rohn
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #278BA1">…</p>

#278BA1 as Linear Gradient:

If all struggles and sufferings were eliminated, the spirit would no more reach maturity than would the child.

Elisabeth Elliot
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #278BA1)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #278BA1?

RGB Value for #278BA1 is rgb(39, 139, 161).

What is the RGB percentage of #278BA1?

RGB percentage for #278BA1 is 15% Red 54% Green 63% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #278BA1?

CMYK Color Model of #278BA1 is 76 Cyan 14 Magenta 0 Yellow 37 Black.

What is the HSL value of #278BA1?

HSL Value of #278BA1 is 191°(degrees) Hue 61 Saturation 39 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #278BA1?

HSV Value of #278BA1 is 191 Hue 76 Saturation 63 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #278BA1?

XYZ Color Model of #278BA1 is 16.5, 21.47, 36.99.