#2856BB Hex Color Code

#2856BB

The Hexadecimal Color #2856BB is a contrast shade of Royal Blue. #2856BB RGB value is rgb(40, 86, 187). RGB Color Model of #2856BB consists of 15% red, 33% green and 73% blue. HSL color Mode of #2856BB has 221°(degrees) Hue, 65% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #2856BB color has an wavelength of 480.85185nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #2856BB is #3366CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #2856BB is #25B. The Closest Color to #2856BB is #4169E1. Official Name of #2856BB Hex Code is Cerulean Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #2856BB is 79 Cyan 54 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black and #2856BB CMY is 79, 54, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #2856BB is hsl(221,65,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(221, 79, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #2856BB is 13.17, 10.69, 48.37.
Hex8 Value of #2856BB is #2856BBFF. Decimal Value of #2856BB is 2643643 and Octal Value of #2856BB is 12053273. Binary Value of #2856BB is 101000, 1010110, 10111011 and Android of #2856BB is 4280833723 / 0xff2856bb. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #2856BB is 0.182, 0.148, 0.148 and YIQ Color Space of #2856BB is 83.76, -59.8627, 21.7022. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #2856BB is 6.39, 9.17, 47.75. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #2856BB is 39.05, 21.43, -57.69. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #2856BB is 39.05, -16.5, -84.48. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #2856BB is 39.05, 61.54, 290.38. Hunter Lab variable of #2856BB is 32.7, 14.68, -64.83.

#2856BB - Cerulean Blue Color Image
#2856BB - Cerulean Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #2856BB

RGB Percentages of #2856BB

15%
33%
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 #2856BB

15.69%
29.43%
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 #2856BB

79%
54%
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 #2856BB

To get 25% Saturated #2856BB Color, you need to convert the hex color #2856BB 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 #2856BB 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 #2856BB

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 #2856BB

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 #2856BB

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 #2856BB to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #2856BB to it's the darkest color.

#2856BB Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(40, 86, 187)
RGB Percent 15%, 33%, 73%
RYB 40.0, 75.04, 187.0
CMYK 79, 54, 0, 27
CMY 79, 54, 0
HSL hsl(221, 65%, 45%)
HSLA hsl(221, 65%, 45%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(221, 79, 73)
XYZ 13.17, 10.69, 48.37
Hex8 Value #2856BBFF
Decimal Value 2643643
Octal Value 12053273
Binary Value 101000,1010110,10111011
Android 4280833723 / 0xff2856bb
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(221, 65%, 45%)
xyY 0.182, 0.148, 10.693
YIQ 83.76, -59.8627, 21.7022
LMS 6.39, 9.17, 47.75
CieLAB 39.05, 21.43, -57.69
CieLUV : LCHuv 39.05, -16.5, -84.48
CieLCH : LCHab 39.05, 61.54, 290.38
Hunter Lab 32.7, 14.68, -64.83
YUV 83.76, 50.8, -38.39
YDbDr 83.76, 155.33, 83.24
YCbCr 87.94, 179.18, 100.58
YCoCg 99.75, 113.5, -13.75
YPbPr 83.76, 58.26, -31.21
Munsell Color System 9698.22 437.69/238.36

#2856BB HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#2856BB as Background:

Man never knows what he wants; he aspires to penetrate mysteries and as soon as he has, wants to re-establish them. Ignorance irritates him and knowledge cloys.

Henri Frederic Amiel
<p style="background: #2856BB">…</p>

#2856BB as Text Color:

Partial knowledge is more triumphant than complete knowledge; it takes things to be simpler than they are, and so makes its theory more popular and convincing.

Friedrich Nietzsche
<p style="color: #2856BB">…</p>

#2856BB as Text Shadow:

For the purpose of knowledge we must know how to make use of the inward current which draws us towards a thing, and also of the current which after a time draws us away from it.

Friedrich Nietzsche
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #2856BB">…</p>

#2856BB as Linear Gradient:

To understand matters rightly we should understand their details; and as that knowledge is almost infinite, our knowledge is always superficial and imperfect.

Francois de La Rochefoucauld
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #2856BB)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #2856BB?

RGB Value for #2856BB is rgb(40, 86, 187).

What is the RGB percentage of #2856BB?

RGB percentage for #2856BB is 15% Red 33% Green 73% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #2856BB?

CMYK Color Model of #2856BB is 79 Cyan 54 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #2856BB?

HSL Value of #2856BB is 221°(degrees) Hue 65 Saturation 45 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #2856BB?

HSV Value of #2856BB is 221 Hue 79 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #2856BB?

XYZ Color Model of #2856BB is 13.17, 10.69, 48.37.