#278BD1 Hex Color Code

#278BD1

The Hexadecimal Color #278BD1 is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #278BD1 RGB value is rgb(39, 139, 209). RGB Color Model of #278BD1 consists of 15% red, 54% green and 81% blue. HSL color Mode of #278BD1 has 205°(degrees) Hue, 69% Saturation and 49% Lightness. #278BD1 color has an wavelength of 490.92593nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #278BD1 is #3399FF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #278BD1 is #28C. The Closest Color to #278BD1 is #4682B4. Official Name of #278BD1 Hex Code is Curious Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #278BD1 is 81 Cyan 33 Magenta 0 Yellow 18 Black and #278BD1 CMY is 81, 33, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #278BD1 is hsl(205,69,49, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(205, 81, 82). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #278BD1 is 21.57, 23.5, 63.71.
Hex8 Value of #278BD1 is #278BD1FF. Decimal Value of #278BD1 is 2591697 and Octal Value of #278BD1 is 11705721. Binary Value of #278BD1 is 100111, 10001011, 11010001 and Android of #278BD1 is 4280781777 / 0xff278bd1. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #278BD1 is 0.198, 0.216, 0.216 and YIQ Color Space of #278BD1 is 117.08, -82.081, 0.634. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #278BD1 is 15.56, 25.1, 63.04. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #278BD1 is 55.58, -3.57, -43.86. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #278BD1 is 55.58, -32.65, -68.03. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #278BD1 is 55.58, 44.01, 265.35. Hunter Lab variable of #278BD1 is 48.48, -5.41, -43.99.

#278BD1 - Curious Blue Color Image
#278BD1 - Curious Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #278BD1

RGB Percentages of #278BD1

15%
54%
81%

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 #278BD1

15.29%
39.99%
81.96%

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 #278BD1

81%
33%
0%
18%

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 #278BD1

To get 25% Saturated #278BD1 Color, you need to convert the hex color #278BD1 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 #278BD1 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 #278BD1

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 #278BD1

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 #278BD1

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 #278BD1 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #278BD1 to it's the darkest color.

#278BD1 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(39, 139, 209)
RGB Percent 15%, 54%, 81%
RYB 39.0, 101.96, 209.0
CMYK 81, 33, 0, 18
CMY 81, 33, 0
HSL hsl(205, 69%, 49%)
HSLA hsl(205, 69%, 49%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(205, 81, 82)
XYZ 21.57, 23.5, 63.71
Hex8 Value #278BD1FF
Decimal Value 2591697
Octal Value 11705721
Binary Value 100111,10001011,11010001
Android 4280781777 / 0xff278bd1
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(205, 69%, 49%)
xyY 0.198, 0.216, 23.497
YIQ 117.08, -82.081, 0.634
LMS 15.56, 25.1, 63.04
CieLAB 55.58, -3.57, -43.86
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.58, -32.65, -68.03
CieLCH : LCHab 55.58, 44.01, 265.35
Hunter Lab 48.48, -5.41, -43.99
YUV 117.08, 45.22, -68.5
YDbDr 117.08, 138.31, 148.49
YCbCr 116.55, 173.57, 79.08
YCoCg 131.5, 124.0, 7.5
YPbPr 117.08, 51.87, -55.69
Munsell Color System 11303.70 290.79/228.93

#278BD1 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#278BD1 as Background:

Every great man, every successful man, no matter what the field of endeavor, has known the magic that lies in these words: every adversity has the seed of an equivalent or greater benefit.

W. Clement Stone
<p style="background: #278BD1">…</p>

#278BD1 as Text Color:

Whatever you are by nature, keep to it; never desert your line of talent. Be what nature intended you for, and you will succeed.

Sydney Smith
<p style="color: #278BD1">…</p>

#278BD1 as Text Shadow:

I was very clear that I wanted to keep 'Thor' out of the rest of the Marvel universe for no less than the first six issues. And the success of the book, I think, speaks well to that decision.

J. Michael Straczynski
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #278BD1">…</p>

#278BD1 as Linear Gradient:

People think that at the top there isn't much room. They tend to think of it as an Everest. My message is that there is tons of room at the top.

Margaret Thatcher
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #278BD1)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #278BD1?

RGB Value for #278BD1 is rgb(39, 139, 209).

What is the RGB percentage of #278BD1?

RGB percentage for #278BD1 is 15% Red 54% Green 81% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #278BD1?

CMYK Color Model of #278BD1 is 81 Cyan 33 Magenta 0 Yellow 18 Black.

What is the HSL value of #278BD1?

HSL Value of #278BD1 is 205°(degrees) Hue 69 Saturation 49 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #278BD1?

HSV Value of #278BD1 is 205 Hue 81 Saturation 82 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #278BD1?

XYZ Color Model of #278BD1 is 21.57, 23.5, 63.71.