#278BAC Hex Color Code

#278BAC

The Hexadecimal Color #278BAC is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #278BAC RGB value is rgb(39, 139, 172). RGB Color Model of #278BAC consists of 15% red, 54% green and 67% blue. HSL color Mode of #278BAC has 195°(degrees) Hue, 63% Saturation and 41% Lightness. #278BAC color has an wavelength of 497.22222nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #278BAC is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #278BAC is #28A. The Closest Color to #278BAC is #4682B4. Official Name of #278BAC Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #278BAC is 77 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 33 Black and #278BAC CMY is 77, 19, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #278BAC is hsl(195,63,41, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(195, 77, 67). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #278BAC is 17.51, 21.87, 42.32.
Hex8 Value of #278BAC is #278BACFF. Decimal Value of #278BAC is 2591660 and Octal Value of #278BAC is 11705654. Binary Value of #278BAC is 100111, 10001011, 10101100 and Android of #278BAC is 4280781740 / 0xff278bac. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #278BAC is 0.214, 0.268, 0.268 and YIQ Color Space of #278BAC is 112.862, -70.1929, -10.8804. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #278BAC is 15.35, 25.06, 41.97. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #278BAC is 53.89, -16.74, -25.46. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #278BAC is 53.89, -34.76, -36.29. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #278BAC is 53.89, 30.47, 236.68. Hunter Lab variable of #278BAC is 46.77, -15.01, -20.92.

#278BAC - Boston Blue Color Image
#278BAC - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #278BAC

RGB Percentages of #278BAC

15%
54%
67%

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 #278BAC

15.29%
37.68%
67.45%

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 #278BAC

77%
19%
0%
33%

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 #278BAC

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

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 #278BAC

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 #278BAC

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

#278BAC Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(39, 139, 172)
RGB Percent 15%, 54%, 67%
RYB 39.0, 96.08, 172.0
CMYK 77, 19, 0, 33
CMY 77, 19, 0
HSL hsl(195, 63%, 41%)
HSLA hsl(195, 63%, 41%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(195, 77, 67)
XYZ 17.51, 21.87, 42.32
Hex8 Value #278BACFF
Decimal Value 2591660
Octal Value 11705654
Binary Value 100111,10001011,10101100
Android 4280781740 / 0xff278bac
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(195, 63%, 41%)
xyY 0.214, 0.268, 21.873
YIQ 112.862, -70.1929, -10.8804
LMS 15.35, 25.06, 41.97
CieLAB 53.89, -16.74, -25.46
CieLUV : LCHuv 53.89, -34.76, -36.29
CieLCH : LCHab 53.89, 30.47, 236.68
Hunter Lab 46.77, -15.01, -20.92
YUV 112.862, 29.09, -64.8
YDbDr 112.862, 88.99, 140.46
YCbCr 112.93, 157.32, 81.72
YCoCg 122.25, 105.5, 16.75
YPbPr 112.86, 33.37, -52.68
Munsell Color System 11181.08 246.75/218.28

#278BAC HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#278BAC as Background:

I do believe that most men live lives of quiet desperation. For despair, optimism is the only practical solution. Hope is practical. Because eliminate that and it's pretty scary. Hope at least gives you the option of living.

Harry Nilsson
<p style="background: #278BAC">…</p>

#278BAC as Text Color:

Other famous men, those of much talk and few deeds, soon evaporate. Action is the dignity of greatness.

Jose Marti
<p style="color: #278BAC">…</p>

#278BAC as Text Shadow:

Corruption is the enemy of development, and of good governance. It must be got rid of. Both the government and the people at large must come together to achieve this national objective.

Pratibha Patil
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #278BAC">…</p>

#278BAC as Linear Gradient:

So when you spot violence, or bigotry, or intolerance or fear or just garden-variety misogyny, hatred or ignorance, just look it in the eye and think, 'The good outnumber you, and we always will.'

Patton Oswalt
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #278BAC)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #278BAC?

RGB Value for #278BAC is rgb(39, 139, 172).

What is the RGB percentage of #278BAC?

RGB percentage for #278BAC is 15% Red 54% Green 67% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #278BAC is 77 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 33 Black.

What is the HSL value of #278BAC?

HSL Value of #278BAC is 195°(degrees) Hue 63 Saturation 41 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #278BAC?

HSV Value of #278BAC is 195 Hue 77 Saturation 67 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #278BAC?

XYZ Color Model of #278BAC is 17.51, 21.87, 42.32.