#278DBE Hex Color Code

#278DBE

The Hexadecimal Color #278DBE is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #278DBE RGB value is rgb(39, 141, 190). RGB Color Model of #278DBE consists of 15% red, 55% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #278DBE has 199°(degrees) Hue, 66% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #278DBE color has an wavelength of 494.7037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #278DBE is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #278DBE is #28B. The Closest Color to #278DBE is #4682B4. Official Name of #278DBE Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #278DBE is 79 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black and #278DBE CMY is 79, 26, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #278DBE is hsl(199,66,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(199, 79, 75). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #278DBE is 19.65, 23.2, 52.15.
Hex8 Value of #278DBE is #278DBEFF. Decimal Value of #278DBE is 2592190 and Octal Value of #278DBE is 11706676. Binary Value of #278DBE is 100111, 10001101, 10111110 and Android of #278DBE is 4280782270 / 0xff278dbe. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #278DBE is 0.207, 0.244, 0.244 and YIQ Color Space of #278DBE is 116.088, -76.5255, -6.3242. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #278DBE is 15.9, 25.87, 51.66. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #278DBE is 55.28, -11.58, -33.59. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #278DBE is 55.28, -34.4, -50.27. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #278DBE is 55.28, 35.53, 250.98. Hunter Lab variable of #278DBE is 48.17, -11.47, -30.48.

#278DBE - Boston Blue Color Image
#278DBE - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #278DBE

RGB Percentages of #278DBE

15%
55%
74%

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 #278DBE

15.29%
39.17%
74.51%

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 #278DBE

79%
26%
0%
25%

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 #278DBE

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

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 #278DBE

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 #278DBE

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

#278DBE Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(39, 141, 190)
RGB Percent 15%, 55%, 74%
RYB 39.0, 99.88, 190.0
CMYK 79, 26, 0, 25
CMY 79, 26, 0
HSL hsl(199, 66%, 45%)
HSLA hsl(199, 66%, 45%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(199, 79, 75)
XYZ 19.65, 23.2, 52.15
Hex8 Value #278DBEFF
Decimal Value 2592190
Octal Value 11706676
Binary Value 100111,10001101,10111110
Android 4280782270 / 0xff278dbe
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(199, 66%, 45%)
xyY 0.207, 0.244, 23.196
YIQ 116.088, -76.5255, -6.3242
LMS 15.9, 25.87, 51.66
CieLAB 55.28, -11.58, -33.59
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.28, -34.4, -50.27
CieLCH : LCHab 55.28, 35.53, 250.98
Hunter Lab 48.17, -11.47, -30.48
YUV 116.088, 36.36, -67.63
YDbDr 116.088, 111.22, 146.6
YCbCr 115.7, 164.64, 79.7
YCoCg 127.75, 114.5, 13.25
YPbPr 116.09, 41.71, -54.98
Munsell Color System 11286.83 264.02/223.84

#278DBE HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#278DBE as Background:

A business leader has to keep their organization focused on the mission. That sounds easy, but it can be tremendously challenging in today's competitive and ever-changing business environment. A leader also has to motivate potential partners to join.

Meg Whitman
<p style="background: #278DBE">…</p>

#278DBE as Text Color:

Living capital, which has the special capacity to continuously regenerate itself, is ultimately the source of all real wealth. To destroy it for money, a simple number with no intrinsic value, is an act of collective insanity - which makes capitalism a mental, as well as physical pathology.

David Korten
<p style="color: #278DBE">…</p>

#278DBE as Text Shadow:

I feel no different than I felt at 99, 98 or 97. Just because you live a long time, you get all this attention. Just because you survived? Of course, I survived a lot.

Bel Kaufman
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #278DBE">…</p>

#278DBE as Linear Gradient:

...Respecting the woman as an important and valuable human being and making certain that the woman's experience while giving birth is fulfilling and empowering is not just a nice extra, it is absolutely essential as it makes the woman strong and therefore makes society strong.

Marsden Wagner
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #278DBE)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #278DBE?

RGB Value for #278DBE is rgb(39, 141, 190).

What is the RGB percentage of #278DBE?

RGB percentage for #278DBE is 15% Red 55% Green 74% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #278DBE is 79 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black.

What is the HSL value of #278DBE?

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

What is the HSV value of #278DBE?

HSV Value of #278DBE is 199 Hue 79 Saturation 75 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #278DBE?

XYZ Color Model of #278DBE is 19.65, 23.2, 52.15.