#278BBD Hex Color Code
#278BBD
The Hexadecimal Color #278BBD is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #278BBD RGB value is rgb(39, 139, 189). RGB Color Model of #278BBD consists of 15% red, 54% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #278BBD has 200°(degrees) Hue, 66% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #278BBD color has an wavelength of 494.07407nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #278BBD is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #278BBD is #28B. The Closest Color to #278BBD is #4682B4. Official Name of #278BBD Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #278BBD is 79 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black and #278BBD CMY is 79, 26, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #278BBD is hsl(200,66,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(200, 79, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #278BBD is 19.25, 22.57, 51.48.
Hex8 Value of #278BBD is #278BBDFF. Decimal Value of #278BBD is 2591677 and Octal Value of #278BBD is 11705675. Binary Value of #278BBD is 100111, 10001011, 10111101 and Android of #278BBD is 4280781757 / 0xff278bbd. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #278BBD is 0.206, 0.242, 0.242 and YIQ Color Space of #278BBD is 114.8, -75.655, -5.59. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #278BBD is 15.44, 25.08, 50.99. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #278BBD is 54.63, -10.79, -34.04. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #278BBD is 54.63, -33.75, -50.99. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #278BBD is 54.63, 35.71, 252.41. Hunter Lab variable of #278BBD is 47.51, -10.81, -30.99.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #278BBD
RGB Percentages of #278BBD
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 #278BBD
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 #278BBD
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 #278BBD
To get 25% Saturated #278BBD Color, you need to convert the hex color #278BBD 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 #278BBD 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 #278BBD
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 #278BBD
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 #278BBD
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 #278BBD to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #278BBD to it's the darkest color.
#278BBD Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(39, 139, 189) |
| RGB Percent | 15%, 54%, 74% |
| RYB | 39.0, 99.0, 189.0 |
| 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 | 19.25, 22.57, 51.48 |
| Hex8 Value | #278BBDFF |
| Decimal Value | 2591677 |
| Octal Value | 11705675 |
| Binary Value | 100111,10001011,10111101 |
| Android | 4280781757 / 0xff278bbd |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(200, 66%, 45%) |
| xyY | 0.206, 0.242, 22.568 |
| YIQ | 114.8, -75.655, -5.59 |
| LMS | 15.44, 25.08, 50.99 |
| CieLAB | 54.63, -10.79, -34.04 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 54.63, -33.75, -50.99 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 54.63, 35.71, 252.41 |
| Hunter Lab | 47.51, -10.81, -30.99 |
| YUV | 114.8, 36.5, -66.5 |
| YDbDr | 114.8, 111.65, 144.15 |
| YCbCr | 114.59, 164.78, 80.51 |
| YCoCg | 126.5, 114.0, 12.5 |
| YPbPr | 114.8, 41.87, -54.07 |
| Munsell Color System | 11235.09 267.55/224.43 |
#278BBD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#278BBD as Background:
The American arrives in Paris with a few French phrases he has culled from a conversational guide or picked up from a friend who owns a beret.
<p style="background: #278BBD">…</p>#278BBD as Text Color:
I read the Odyssey because it was the story of a man who returned home after being absent for more than twenty years and was recognized only by his dog.
<p style="color: #278BBD">…</p>#278BBD as Text Shadow:
A new person is to me a great event, and hinders me from sleep. I have often had fine fancies about persons which have given me delicious hours; but the joy ends in the day; it yields no fruit.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #278BBD">…</p>#278BBD as Linear Gradient:
The essence of friendship is entireness, a total magnanimity and trust. It must not surmise or provide for infirmity. It treats its object as a god, that it might deify both.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #278BBD)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #278BBD?
RGB Value for #278BBD is rgb(39, 139, 189).
What is the RGB percentage of #278BBD?
RGB percentage for #278BBD is 15% Red 54% Green 74% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #278BBD?
CMYK Color Model of #278BBD is 79 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black.
What is the HSL value of #278BBD?
HSL Value of #278BBD is 200°(degrees) Hue 66 Saturation 45 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #278BBD?
HSV Value of #278BBD is 200 Hue 79 Saturation 74 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #278BBD?
XYZ Color Model of #278BBD is 19.25, 22.57, 51.48.