#278CBC Hex Color Code

#278CBC

The Hexadecimal Color #278CBC is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #278CBC RGB value is rgb(39, 140, 188). RGB Color Model of #278CBC consists of 15% red, 54% green and 73% blue. HSL color Mode of #278CBC has 199°(degrees) Hue, 66% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #278CBC color has an wavelength of 494.7037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #278CBC is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #278CBC is #28B. The Closest Color to #278CBC is #4682B4. Official Name of #278CBC Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #278CBC is 79 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black and #278CBC CMY is 79, 26, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #278CBC is hsl(199,66,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(199, 79, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #278CBC is 19.29, 22.82, 50.95.
Hex8 Value of #278CBC is #278CBCFF. Decimal Value of #278CBC is 2591932 and Octal Value of #278CBC is 11706274. Binary Value of #278CBC is 100111, 10001100, 10111100 and Android of #278CBC is 4280782012 / 0xff278cbc. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #278CBC is 0.207, 0.245, 0.245 and YIQ Color Space of #278CBC is 115.273, -75.6083, -6.4239. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #278CBC is 15.66, 25.48, 50.47. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #278CBC is 54.89, -11.71, -33.05. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #278CBC is 54.89, -34.14, -49.32. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #278CBC is 54.89, 35.06, 250.49. Hunter Lab variable of #278CBC is 47.77, -11.52, -29.8.

#278CBC - Boston Blue Color Image
#278CBC - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #278CBC

RGB Percentages of #278CBC

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 #278CBC

15.29%
38.9%
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 #278CBC

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 #278CBC

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

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 #278CBC

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 #278CBC

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

#278CBC Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(39, 140, 188)
RGB Percent 15%, 54%, 73%
RYB 39.0, 99.2, 188.0
CMYK 79, 26, 0, 26
CMY 79, 26, 0
HSL hsl(199, 66%, 45%)
HSLA hsl(199, 66%, 45%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(199, 79, 74)
XYZ 19.29, 22.82, 50.95
Hex8 Value #278CBCFF
Decimal Value 2591932
Octal Value 11706274
Binary Value 100111,10001100,10111100
Android 4280782012 / 0xff278cbc
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(199, 66%, 45%)
xyY 0.207, 0.245, 22.816
YIQ 115.273, -75.6083, -6.4239
LMS 15.66, 25.48, 50.47
CieLAB 54.89, -11.71, -33.05
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.89, -34.14, -49.32
CieLCH : LCHab 54.89, 35.06, 250.49
Hunter Lab 47.77, -11.52, -29.8
YUV 115.273, 35.78, -66.92
YDbDr 115.273, 109.43, 145.05
YCbCr 115.0, 164.05, 80.21
YCoCg 126.75, 113.5, 13.25
YPbPr 115.27, 41.04, -54.4
Munsell Color System 11256.20 263.97/223.69

#278CBC HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#278CBC as Background:

I desire so to conduct the affairs of this administration that if at the end... I have lost every other friend on earth, I shall at least have one friend left, and that friend shall be down inside of me.

Abraham Lincoln
<p style="background: #278CBC">…</p>

#278CBC as Text Color:

The final test for a novel will be our affection for it, as it is the test of our friends, and of anything else which we cannot define.

E. M. Forster
<p style="color: #278CBC">…</p>

#278CBC as Text Shadow:

I believe in the brotherhood of man, all men, but I don't believe in brotherhood with anybody who doesn't want brotherhood with me. I believe in treating people right, but I'm not going to waste my time trying to treat somebody right who doesn't know how to return the treatment.

Malcolm X
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #278CBC">…</p>

#278CBC as Linear Gradient:

Friendship can only exist between persons with similar interests and points of view. Man and woman by the conventions of society are born with different interests and different points of view.

August Strindberg
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #278CBC)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #278CBC?

RGB Value for #278CBC is rgb(39, 140, 188).

What is the RGB percentage of #278CBC?

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

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

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

What is the HSL value of #278CBC?

HSL Value of #278CBC is 199°(degrees) Hue 66 Saturation 45 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #278CBC?

HSV Value of #278CBC is 199 Hue 79 Saturation 74 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #278CBC?

XYZ Color Model of #278CBC is 19.29, 22.82, 50.95.