#278BBC Hex Color Code

#278BBC

The Hexadecimal Color #278BBC is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #278BBC RGB value is rgb(39, 139, 188). RGB Color Model of #278BBC consists of 15% red, 54% green and 73% blue. HSL color Mode of #278BBC has 200°(degrees) Hue, 66% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #278BBC color has an wavelength of 494.07407nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #278BBC is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #278BBC is #28B. The Closest Color to #278BBC is #4682B4. Official Name of #278BBC Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #278BBC is 79 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black and #278BBC CMY is 79, 26, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #278BBC is hsl(200,66,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(200, 79, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #278BBC is 19.14, 22.53, 50.91.
Hex8 Value of #278BBC is #278BBCFF. Decimal Value of #278BBC is 2591676 and Octal Value of #278BBC is 11705674. Binary Value of #278BBC is 100111, 10001011, 10111100 and Android of #278BBC is 4280781756 / 0xff278bbc. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #278BBC is 0.207, 0.243, 0.243 and YIQ Color Space of #278BBC is 114.686, -75.3337, -5.9012. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #278BBC is 15.44, 25.09, 50.43. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #278BBC is 54.58, -11.18, -33.53. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #278BBC is 54.58, -33.83, -50.11. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #278BBC is 54.58, 35.34, 251.56. Hunter Lab variable of #278BBC is 47.47, -11.09, -30.37.

#278BBC - Boston Blue Color Image
#278BBC - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #278BBC

RGB Percentages of #278BBC

15%
54%
73%

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 #278BBC

15.29%
38.76%
73.73%

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 #278BBC

79%
26%
0%
26%

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 #278BBC

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

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 #278BBC

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 #278BBC

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

#278BBC Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(39, 139, 188)
RGB Percent 15%, 54%, 73%
RYB 39.0, 98.84, 188.0
CMYK 79, 26, 0, 26
CMY 79, 26, 0
HSL hsl(200, 66%, 45%)
HSLA hsl(200, 66%, 45%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(200, 79, 74)
XYZ 19.14, 22.53, 50.91
Hex8 Value #278BBCFF
Decimal Value 2591676
Octal Value 11705674
Binary Value 100111,10001011,10111100
Android 4280781756 / 0xff278bbc
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(200, 66%, 45%)
xyY 0.207, 0.243, 22.525
YIQ 114.686, -75.3337, -5.9012
LMS 15.44, 25.09, 50.43
CieLAB 54.58, -11.18, -33.53
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.58, -33.83, -50.11
CieLCH : LCHab 54.58, 35.34, 251.56
Hunter Lab 47.47, -11.09, -30.37
YUV 114.686, 36.06, -66.4
YDbDr 114.686, 110.32, 143.93
YCbCr 114.5, 164.34, 80.58
YCoCg 126.25, 113.5, 12.75
YPbPr 114.69, 41.37, -53.98
Munsell Color System 11231.80 266.34/224.14

#278BBC HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#278BBC as Background:

If fame goes by, so long, I've had you, fame. If it goes by, I've always known it was fickle. So at least it's something I experience, but that's not where I live.

Marilyn Monroe
<p style="background: #278BBC">…</p>

#278BBC as Text Color:

When I am writing, I am trying to find out who I am, who we are, what we're capable of, how we feel, how we lose and stand up, and go on from darkness into darkness. I'm trying for that. But I'm also trying for the language. I'm trying to see how it can really sound.

Maya Angelou
<p style="color: #278BBC">…</p>

#278BBC as Text Shadow:

Enlighten the people generally, and tyranny and oppressions of body and mind will vanish like evil spirits at the dawn of day.

Thomas Jefferson
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #278BBC">…</p>

#278BBC as Linear Gradient:

People have forgotten how to tell a story. Stories don't have a middle or an end any more. They usually have a beginning that never stops beginning.

Steven Spielberg
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #278BBC)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #278BBC?

RGB Value for #278BBC is rgb(39, 139, 188).

What is the RGB percentage of #278BBC?

RGB percentage for #278BBC is 15% Red 54% Green 73% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #278BBC is 79 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black.

What is the HSL value of #278BBC?

HSL Value of #278BBC is 200°(degrees) Hue 66 Saturation 45 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #278BBC?

HSV Value of #278BBC is 200 Hue 79 Saturation 74 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #278BBC?

XYZ Color Model of #278BBC is 19.14, 22.53, 50.91.