#278CCC Hex Color Code

#278CCC

The Hexadecimal Color #278CCC is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #278CCC RGB value is rgb(39, 140, 204). RGB Color Model of #278CCC consists of 15% red, 54% green and 80% blue. HSL color Mode of #278CCC has 203°(degrees) Hue, 68% Saturation and 48% Lightness. #278CCC color has an wavelength of 492.18519nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #278CCC is #3399FF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #278CCC is #28C. The Closest Color to #278CCC is #4682B4. Official Name of #278CCC Hex Code is Curious Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #278CCC is 81 Cyan 31 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black and #278CCC CMY is 81, 31, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #278CCC is hsl(203,68,48, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(203, 81, 80). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #278CCC is 21.11, 23.54, 60.55.
Hex8 Value of #278CCC is #278CCCFF. Decimal Value of #278CCC is 2591948 and Octal Value of #278CCC is 11706314. Binary Value of #278CCC is 100111, 10001100, 11001100 and Android of #278CCC is 4280782028 / 0xff278ccc. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #278CCC is 0.201, 0.224, 0.224 and YIQ Color Space of #278CCC is 117.097, -80.7491, -1.4447. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #278CCC is 15.75, 25.48, 59.93. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #278CCC is 55.62, -5.93, -40.98. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #278CCC is 55.62, -33.21, -63.06. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #278CCC is 55.62, 41.41, 261.77. Hunter Lab variable of #278CCC is 48.52, -7.24, -40.03.

#278CCC - Curious Blue Color Image
#278CCC - Curious Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #278CCC

RGB Percentages of #278CCC

15%
54%
80%

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 #278CCC

15.29%
39.86%
80.0%

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 #278CCC

81%
31%
0%
20%

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 #278CCC

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

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 #278CCC

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 #278CCC

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

#278CCC Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(39, 140, 204)
RGB Percent 15%, 54%, 80%
RYB 39.0, 101.65, 204.0
CMYK 81, 31, 0, 20
CMY 81, 31, 0
HSL hsl(203, 68%, 48%)
HSLA hsl(203, 68%, 48%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(203, 81, 80)
XYZ 21.11, 23.54, 60.55
Hex8 Value #278CCCFF
Decimal Value 2591948
Octal Value 11706314
Binary Value 100111,10001100,11001100
Android 4280782028 / 0xff278ccc
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(203, 68%, 48%)
xyY 0.201, 0.224, 23.545
YIQ 117.097, -80.7491, -1.4447
LMS 15.75, 25.48, 59.93
CieLAB 55.62, -5.93, -40.98
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.62, -33.21, -63.06
CieLCH : LCHab 55.62, 41.41, 261.77
Hunter Lab 48.52, -7.24, -40.03
YUV 117.097, 42.75, -68.52
YDbDr 117.097, 130.76, 148.52
YCbCr 116.57, 171.08, 79.07
YCoCg 130.75, 121.5, 9.25
YPbPr 117.1, 49.04, -55.7
Munsell Color System 11309.63 282.69/227.69

#278CCC HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#278CCC as Background:

The mind can proceed only so far upon what it knows and can prove. There comes a point where the mind takes a higher plane of knowledge, but can never prove how it got there. All great discoveries have involved such a leap

Albert Einstein
<p style="background: #278CCC">…</p>

#278CCC as Text Color:

I am constantly amazed at how little painters know about painting, writers about writing, merchants about business, manufacturers about manufacturing. Most men just drift.

Sherwood Anderson
<p style="color: #278CCC">…</p>

#278CCC as Text Shadow:

In a spiral galaxy, the ratio of dark-to-light matter is about a factor of ten. That's probably a good number for the ratio of our ignorance-to-knowledge. We're out of kindergarten, but only in about third grade.

Vera Rubin
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #278CCC">…</p>

#278CCC as Linear Gradient:

Philosophy is harmonized knowledge making a harmonious life; it is the self-discipline which lifts us to serenity and freedom. Knowledge is power, but only wisdom is liberty.

Will Durant
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #278CCC)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #278CCC?

RGB Value for #278CCC is rgb(39, 140, 204).

What is the RGB percentage of #278CCC?

RGB percentage for #278CCC is 15% Red 54% Green 80% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #278CCC is 81 Cyan 31 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black.

What is the HSL value of #278CCC?

HSL Value of #278CCC is 203°(degrees) Hue 68 Saturation 48 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #278CCC?

HSV Value of #278CCC is 203 Hue 81 Saturation 80 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #278CCC?

XYZ Color Model of #278CCC is 21.11, 23.54, 60.55.