#278CC6 Hex Color Code

#278CC6

The Hexadecimal Color #278CC6 is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #278CC6 RGB value is rgb(39, 140, 198). RGB Color Model of #278CC6 consists of 15% red, 54% green and 77% blue. HSL color Mode of #278CC6 has 202°(degrees) Hue, 67% Saturation and 46% Lightness. #278CC6 color has an wavelength of 492.81481nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #278CC6 is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #278CC6 is #28C. The Closest Color to #278CC6 is #4682B4. Official Name of #278CC6 Hex Code is Curious Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #278CC6 is 80 Cyan 29 Magenta 0 Yellow 22 Black and #278CC6 CMY is 80, 29, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #278CC6 is hsl(202,67,46, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(202, 80, 78). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #278CC6 is 20.4, 23.26, 56.83.
Hex8 Value of #278CC6 is #278CC6FF. Decimal Value of #278CC6 is 2591942 and Octal Value of #278CC6 is 11706306. Binary Value of #278CC6 is 100111, 10001100, 11000110 and Android of #278CC6 is 4280782022 / 0xff278cc6. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #278CC6 is 0.203, 0.231, 0.231 and YIQ Color Space of #278CC6 is 116.413, -78.8213, -3.3119. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #278CC6 is 15.71, 25.48, 56.26. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #278CC6 is 55.34, -8.13, -38.03. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #278CC6 is 55.34, -33.57, -57.94. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #278CC6 is 55.34, 38.89, 257.93. Hunter Lab variable of #278CC6 is 48.23, -8.9, -36.1.

#278CC6 - Curious Blue Color Image
#278CC6 - Curious Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #278CC6

RGB Percentages of #278CC6

15%
54%
77%

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 #278CC6

15.29%
39.52%
77.65%

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 #278CC6

80%
29%
0%
22%

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 #278CC6

To get 25% Saturated #278CC6 Color, you need to convert the hex color #278CC6 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 #278CC6 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 #278CC6

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 #278CC6

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 #278CC6

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 #278CC6 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #278CC6 to it's the darkest color.

#278CC6 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(39, 140, 198)
RGB Percent 15%, 54%, 77%
RYB 39.0, 100.77, 198.0
CMYK 80, 29, 0, 22
CMY 80, 29, 0
HSL hsl(202, 67%, 46%)
HSLA hsl(202, 67%, 46%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(202, 80, 78)
XYZ 20.4, 23.26, 56.83
Hex8 Value #278CC6FF
Decimal Value 2591942
Octal Value 11706306
Binary Value 100111,10001100,11000110
Android 4280782022 / 0xff278cc6
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(202, 67%, 46%)
xyY 0.203, 0.231, 23.262
YIQ 116.413, -78.8213, -3.3119
LMS 15.71, 25.48, 56.26
CieLAB 55.34, -8.13, -38.03
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.34, -33.57, -57.94
CieLCH : LCHab 55.34, 38.89, 257.93
Hunter Lab 48.23, -8.9, -36.1
YUV 116.413, 40.14, -67.92
YDbDr 116.413, 122.76, 147.22
YCbCr 115.98, 168.44, 79.5
YCoCg 129.25, 118.5, 10.75
YPbPr 116.41, 46.04, -55.22
Munsell Color System 11289.20 275.81/226.38

#278CC6 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#278CC6 as Background:

Claiming there is no other life in the universe is like scooping up some water, looking at the cup and claiming there are no whales in the ocean.

Neil deGrasse Tyson
<p style="background: #278CC6">…</p>

#278CC6 as Text Color:

You don't have to live near the ocean for it to have an impact on you. And you don't have to live near the ocean for you to have an impact on it.

Jason Mraz
<p style="color: #278CC6">…</p>

#278CC6 as Text Shadow:

There's nobody living who couldn't stand all afternoon in front of a waterfall .... Anyone who can sit on a stone in a field awhile can see my painting. Nature is like parting a curtain, you go into it .... as you would cross an empty beach to look at the ocean.

Agnes Martin
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #278CC6">…</p>

#278CC6 as Linear Gradient:

Sharks are beautiful animals, and if you're lucky enough to see lots of them, that means that you're in a healthy ocean. You should be afraid if you are in the ocean and don't see sharks.

Sylvia Earle
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #278CC6)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #278CC6?

RGB Value for #278CC6 is rgb(39, 140, 198).

What is the RGB percentage of #278CC6?

RGB percentage for #278CC6 is 15% Red 54% Green 77% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #278CC6?

CMYK Color Model of #278CC6 is 80 Cyan 29 Magenta 0 Yellow 22 Black.

What is the HSL value of #278CC6?

HSL Value of #278CC6 is 202°(degrees) Hue 67 Saturation 46 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #278CC6?

HSV Value of #278CC6 is 202 Hue 80 Saturation 78 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #278CC6?

XYZ Color Model of #278CC6 is 20.4, 23.26, 56.83.