#278BB1 Hex Color Code

#278BB1

The Hexadecimal Color #278BB1 is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #278BB1 RGB value is rgb(39, 139, 177). RGB Color Model of #278BB1 consists of 15% red, 54% green and 69% blue. HSL color Mode of #278BB1 has 197°(degrees) Hue, 64% Saturation and 42% Lightness. #278BB1 color has an wavelength of 495.96296nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #278BB1 is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #278BB1 is #28A. The Closest Color to #278BB1 is #4682B4. Official Name of #278BB1 Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #278BB1 is 78 Cyan 21 Magenta 0 Yellow 31 Black and #278BB1 CMY is 78, 21, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #278BB1 is hsl(197,64,42, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(197, 78, 69). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #278BB1 is 18.0, 22.07, 44.9.
Hex8 Value of #278BB1 is #278BB1FF. Decimal Value of #278BB1 is 2591665 and Octal Value of #278BB1 is 11705661. Binary Value of #278BB1 is 100111, 10001011, 10110001 and Android of #278BB1 is 4280781745 / 0xff278bb1. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #278BB1 is 0.212, 0.26, 0.26 and YIQ Color Space of #278BB1 is 113.432, -71.7994, -9.3244. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #278BB1 is 15.38, 25.07, 44.51. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #278BB1 is 54.1, -15.03, -28.0. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #278BB1 is 54.1, -34.46, -40.61. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #278BB1 is 54.1, 31.78, 241.77. Hunter Lab variable of #278BB1 is 46.98, -13.82, -23.78.

#278BB1 - Boston Blue Color Image
#278BB1 - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #278BB1

RGB Percentages of #278BB1

15%
54%
69%

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 #278BB1

15.29%
38.03%
69.41%

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 #278BB1

78%
21%
0%
31%

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 #278BB1

To get 25% Saturated #278BB1 Color, you need to convert the hex color #278BB1 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 #278BB1 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 #278BB1

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 #278BB1

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 #278BB1

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 #278BB1 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #278BB1 to it's the darkest color.

#278BB1 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(39, 139, 177)
RGB Percent 15%, 54%, 69%
RYB 39.0, 96.98, 177.0
CMYK 78, 21, 0, 31
CMY 78, 21, 0
HSL hsl(197, 64%, 42%)
HSLA hsl(197, 64%, 42%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(197, 78, 69)
XYZ 18.0, 22.07, 44.9
Hex8 Value #278BB1FF
Decimal Value 2591665
Octal Value 11705661
Binary Value 100111,10001011,10110001
Android 4280781745 / 0xff278bb1
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(197, 64%, 42%)
xyY 0.212, 0.26, 22.069
YIQ 113.432, -71.7994, -9.3244
LMS 15.38, 25.07, 44.51
CieLAB 54.1, -15.03, -28.0
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.1, -34.46, -40.61
CieLCH : LCHab 54.1, 31.78, 241.77
Hunter Lab 46.98, -13.82, -23.78
YUV 113.432, 31.27, -65.3
YDbDr 113.432, 95.65, 141.55
YCbCr 113.42, 159.51, 81.36
YCoCg 123.5, 108.0, 15.5
YPbPr 113.43, 35.87, -53.09
Munsell Color System 11196.54 252.88/220.36

#278BB1 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#278BB1 as Background:

The dream is a world in which anyone who has anything bad happen to them has a chance of getting their story uploaded, being seen, being watched.

Peter Gabriel
<p style="background: #278BB1">…</p>

#278BB1 as Text Color:

If you want to knock down the wall between you and the life of your dreams, it's best to do it one brick at a time!

Paul McKenna
<p style="color: #278BB1">…</p>

#278BB1 as Text Shadow:

Remember your dreams and fight for them. You must know what you want from life. There is just one thing that makes your dream become impossible: the fear of failure.

Paulo Coelho
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #278BB1">…</p>

#278BB1 as Linear Gradient:

It is very common ... to tell graduates: dream and dream big. I say do more than that. When you dream you are in an unconscious state. It ends. You wake up. It's not real.

Roger Goodell
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #278BB1)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #278BB1?

RGB Value for #278BB1 is rgb(39, 139, 177).

What is the RGB percentage of #278BB1?

RGB percentage for #278BB1 is 15% Red 54% Green 69% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #278BB1?

CMYK Color Model of #278BB1 is 78 Cyan 21 Magenta 0 Yellow 31 Black.

What is the HSL value of #278BB1?

HSL Value of #278BB1 is 197°(degrees) Hue 64 Saturation 42 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #278BB1?

HSV Value of #278BB1 is 197 Hue 78 Saturation 69 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #278BB1?

XYZ Color Model of #278BB1 is 18.0, 22.07, 44.9.