#278FBE Hex Color Code

#278FBE

The Hexadecimal Color #278FBE is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #278FBE RGB value is rgb(39, 143, 190). RGB Color Model of #278FBE consists of 15% red, 56% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #278FBE has 199°(degrees) Hue, 66% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #278FBE color has an wavelength of 494.7037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #278FBE is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #278FBE is #28B. The Closest Color to #278FBE is #4682B4. Official Name of #278FBE Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #278FBE is 79 Cyan 25 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black and #278FBE CMY is 79, 25, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #278FBE is hsl(199,66,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(199, 79, 75). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #278FBE is 19.95, 23.79, 52.25.
Hex8 Value of #278FBE is #278FBEFF. Decimal Value of #278FBE is 2592702 and Octal Value of #278FBE is 11707676. Binary Value of #278FBE is 100111, 10001111, 10111110 and Android of #278FBE is 4280782782 / 0xff278fbe. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #278FBE is 0.208, 0.248, 0.248 and YIQ Color Space of #278FBE is 117.262, -77.0747, -7.3696. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #278FBE is 16.35, 26.67, 51.77. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #278FBE is 55.88, -12.67, -32.66. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #278FBE is 55.88, -35.07, -48.71. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #278FBE is 55.88, 35.03, 248.8. Hunter Lab variable of #278FBE is 48.77, -12.35, -29.37.

#278FBE - Boston Blue Color Image
#278FBE - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #278FBE

RGB Percentages of #278FBE

15%
56%
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 #278FBE

15.29%
39.44%
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 #278FBE

79%
25%
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 #278FBE

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

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 #278FBE

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 #278FBE

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

#278FBE Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(39, 143, 190)
RGB Percent 15%, 56%, 74%
RYB 39.0, 100.58, 190.0
CMYK 79, 25, 0, 25
CMY 79, 25, 0
HSL hsl(199, 66%, 45%)
HSLA hsl(199, 66%, 45%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(199, 79, 75)
XYZ 19.95, 23.79, 52.25
Hex8 Value #278FBEFF
Decimal Value 2592702
Octal Value 11707676
Binary Value 100111,10001111,10111110
Android 4280782782 / 0xff278fbe
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(199, 66%, 45%)
xyY 0.208, 0.248, 23.792
YIQ 117.262, -77.0747, -7.3696
LMS 16.35, 26.67, 51.77
CieLAB 55.88, -12.67, -32.66
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.88, -35.07, -48.71
CieLCH : LCHab 55.88, 35.03, 248.8
Hunter Lab 48.77, -12.35, -29.37
YUV 117.262, 35.78, -68.66
YDbDr 117.262, 109.45, 148.83
YCbCr 116.71, 164.06, 78.96
YCoCg 128.75, 114.5, 14.25
YPbPr 117.26, 41.05, -55.82
Munsell Color System 11334.63 259.41/222.95

#278FBE HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#278FBE as Background:

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C.P. Snow
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#278FBE as Text Color:

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Samuel Johnson
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#278FBE as Text Shadow:

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Charles Francis Richter
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#278FBE as Linear Gradient:

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Ralph Waldo Emerson
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FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #278FBE?

RGB Value for #278FBE is rgb(39, 143, 190).

What is the RGB percentage of #278FBE?

RGB percentage for #278FBE is 15% Red 56% Green 74% Blue.

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

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

What is the HSL value of #278FBE?

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

What is the HSV value of #278FBE?

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

What is the XYZ Color Model of #278FBE?

XYZ Color Model of #278FBE is 19.95, 23.79, 52.25.