#279BBB Hex Color Code

#279BBB

The Hexadecimal Color #279BBB is a contrast shade of Light Sea Green. #279BBB RGB value is rgb(39, 155, 187). RGB Color Model of #279BBB consists of 15% red, 60% green and 73% blue. HSL color Mode of #279BBB has 193°(degrees) Hue, 65% Saturation and 44% Lightness. #279BBB color has an wavelength of 498.48148nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #279BBB is #33CCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #279BBB is #29B. The Closest Color to #279BBB is #20B2AA. Official Name of #279BBB Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #279BBB is 79 Cyan 17 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black and #279BBB CMY is 79, 17, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #279BBB is hsl(193,65,44, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(193, 79, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #279BBB is 21.52, 27.46, 51.17.
Hex8 Value of #279BBB is #279BBBFF. Decimal Value of #279BBB is 2595771 and Octal Value of #279BBB is 11715673. Binary Value of #279BBB is 100111, 10011011, 10111011 and Android of #279BBB is 4280785851 / 0xff279bbb. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #279BBB is 0.215, 0.274, 0.274 and YIQ Color Space of #279BBB is 123.964, -79.406, -14.5756. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #279BBB is 19.26, 31.78, 50.76. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #279BBB is 59.4, -20.24, -25.5. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #279BBB is 59.4, -39.52, -36.51. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #279BBB is 59.4, 32.56, 231.56. Hunter Lab variable of #279BBB is 52.4, -18.4, -21.21.

#279BBB - Boston Blue Color Image
#279BBB - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #279BBB

RGB Percentages of #279BBB

15%
60%
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 #279BBB

15.29%
40.8%
73.33%

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 #279BBB

79%
17%
0%
27%

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 #279BBB

To get 25% Saturated #279BBB Color, you need to convert the hex color #279BBB 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 #279BBB 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 #279BBB

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 #279BBB

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 #279BBB

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 #279BBB to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #279BBB to it's the darkest color.

#279BBB Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(39, 155, 187)
RGB Percent 15%, 60%, 73%
RYB 39.0, 104.03, 187.0
CMYK 79, 17, 0, 27
CMY 79, 17, 0
HSL hsl(193, 65%, 44%)
HSLA hsl(193, 65%, 44%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(193, 79, 73)
XYZ 21.52, 27.46, 51.17
Hex8 Value #279BBBFF
Decimal Value 2595771
Octal Value 11715673
Binary Value 100111,10011011,10111011
Android 4280785851 / 0xff279bbb
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(193, 65%, 44%)
xyY 0.215, 0.274, 27.459
YIQ 123.964, -79.406, -14.5756
LMS 19.26, 31.78, 50.76
CieLAB 59.4, -20.24, -25.5
CieLUV : LCHuv 59.4, -39.52, -36.51
CieLCH : LCHab 59.4, 32.56, 231.56
Hunter Lab 52.4, -18.4, -21.21
YUV 123.964, 31.0, -74.54
YDbDr 123.964, 94.86, 161.57
YCbCr 122.46, 159.25, 74.77
YCoCg 134.0, 113.0, 21.0
YPbPr 123.96, 35.57, -60.6
Munsell Color System 11600.49 231.54/215.81

#279BBB HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#279BBB as Background:

Your premium brand had better be delivering something special, or it's not going to get the business.

Warren Buffett
<p style="background: #279BBB">…</p>

#279BBB as Text Color:

For if there is a sin against life, it consists perhaps not so much in despairing of life as in hoping for another life and in eluding the implacable grandeur of this life.

Albert Camus
<p style="color: #279BBB">…</p>

#279BBB as Text Shadow:

Talent alone won't make you a success. Neither will being in the right place at the right time, unless you are ready. The most important question is: 'Are your ready?'

Johnny Carson
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #279BBB">…</p>

#279BBB as Linear Gradient:

Our duty, as men and women, is to proceed as if limits to our ability did not exist. We are collaborators in creation.

Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #279BBB)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #279BBB?

RGB Value for #279BBB is rgb(39, 155, 187).

What is the RGB percentage of #279BBB?

RGB percentage for #279BBB is 15% Red 60% Green 73% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #279BBB?

CMYK Color Model of #279BBB is 79 Cyan 17 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #279BBB?

HSL Value of #279BBB is 193°(degrees) Hue 65 Saturation 44 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #279BBB?

HSV Value of #279BBB is 193 Hue 79 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #279BBB?

XYZ Color Model of #279BBB is 21.52, 27.46, 51.17.