#279CAF Hex Color Code

#279CAF

The Hexadecimal Color #279CAF is a contrast shade of Light Sea Green. #279CAF RGB value is rgb(39, 156, 175). RGB Color Model of #279CAF consists of 15% red, 61% green and 68% blue. HSL color Mode of #279CAF has 188°(degrees) Hue, 64% Saturation and 42% Lightness. #279CAF color has an wavelength of 501.62963nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #279CAF is #33CCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #279CAF is #29A. The Closest Color to #279CAF is #20B2AA. Official Name of #279CAF Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #279CAF is 78 Cyan 11 Magenta 0 Yellow 31 Black and #279CAF CMY is 78, 11, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #279CAF is hsl(188,64,42, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(188, 78, 69). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #279CAF is 20.46, 27.3, 44.74.
Hex8 Value of #279CAF is #279CAFFF. Decimal Value of #279CAF is 2596015 and Octal Value of #279CAF is 11716257. Binary Value of #279CAF is 100111, 10011100, 10101111 and Android of #279CAF is 4280786095 / 0xff279caf. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #279CAF is 0.221, 0.295, 0.295 and YIQ Color Space of #279CAF is 123.183, -75.825, -18.8327. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #279CAF is 19.46, 32.22, 44.43. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #279CAF is 59.25, -24.7, -18.94. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #279CAF is 59.25, -40.65, -25.3. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #279CAF is 59.25, 31.13, 217.48. Hunter Lab variable of #279CAF is 52.25, -21.54, -14.19.

#279CAF - Boston Blue Color Image
#279CAF - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #279CAF

RGB Percentages of #279CAF

15%
61%
68%

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 #279CAF

15.29%
39.96%
68.63%

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 #279CAF

78%
11%
0%
31%

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 #279CAF

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

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 #279CAF

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 #279CAF

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

#279CAF Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(39, 156, 175)
RGB Percent 15%, 61%, 68%
RYB 39.0, 101.89, 175.0
CMYK 78, 11, 0, 31
CMY 78, 11, 0
HSL hsl(188, 64%, 42%)
HSLA hsl(188, 64%, 42%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(188, 78, 69)
XYZ 20.46, 27.3, 44.74
Hex8 Value #279CAFFF
Decimal Value 2596015
Octal Value 11716257
Binary Value 100111,10011100,10101111
Android 4280786095 / 0xff279caf
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(188, 64%, 42%)
xyY 0.221, 0.295, 27.301
YIQ 123.183, -75.825, -18.8327
LMS 19.46, 32.22, 44.43
CieLAB 59.25, -24.7, -18.94
CieLUV : LCHuv 59.25, -40.65, -25.3
CieLCH : LCHab 59.25, 31.13, 217.48
Hunter Lab 52.25, -21.54, -14.19
YUV 123.183, 25.48, -73.86
YDbDr 123.183, 77.98, 160.08
YCbCr 121.79, 153.69, 75.25
YCoCg 131.5, 107.0, 24.5
YPbPr 123.18, 29.24, -60.04
Munsell Color System 11592.70 218.38/209.28

#279CAF HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#279CAF as Background:

The truth is that things matter. They have to, they are what we live with and touch each and every day. They represent what we've seen, who we've loved and where we hope to go next. They remind us of the good times and the rough patches and everything in between that's made us who we are.

Nate Berkus
<p style="background: #279CAF">…</p>

#279CAF as Text Color:

Give more than is expected, love more than seems wise, serve more than seems necessary, and help more than is asked.

Cory Booker
<p style="color: #279CAF">…</p>

#279CAF as Text Shadow:

If truth is not undergirded by love, it makes the possessor of that truth obnoxious and the truth repulsive.

Ravi Zacharias
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #279CAF">…</p>

#279CAF as Linear Gradient:

I am a passionate lover of the snapshot, because of all photographic images it comes closest to truth.

Lisette Model
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #279CAF)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #279CAF?

RGB Value for #279CAF is rgb(39, 156, 175).

What is the RGB percentage of #279CAF?

RGB percentage for #279CAF is 15% Red 61% Green 68% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #279CAF is 78 Cyan 11 Magenta 0 Yellow 31 Black.

What is the HSL value of #279CAF?

HSL Value of #279CAF is 188°(degrees) Hue 64 Saturation 42 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #279CAF?

HSV Value of #279CAF is 188 Hue 78 Saturation 69 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #279CAF?

XYZ Color Model of #279CAF is 20.46, 27.3, 44.74.