#288AAF Hex Color Code

#288AAF

The Hexadecimal Color #288AAF is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #288AAF RGB value is rgb(40, 138, 175). RGB Color Model of #288AAF consists of 15% red, 54% green and 68% blue. HSL color Mode of #288AAF has 196°(degrees) Hue, 63% Saturation and 42% Lightness. #288AAF color has an wavelength of 496.59259nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #288AAF is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #288AAF is #28A. The Closest Color to #288AAF is #4682B4. Official Name of #288AAF Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #288AAF is 77 Cyan 21 Magenta 0 Yellow 31 Black and #288AAF CMY is 77, 21, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #288AAF is hsl(196,63,42, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(196, 77, 69). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #288AAF is 17.7, 21.72, 43.81.
Hex8 Value of #288AAF is #288AAFFF. Decimal Value of #288AAF is 2656943 and Octal Value of #288AAF is 12105257. Binary Value of #288AAF is 101000, 10001010, 10101111 and Android of #288AAF is 4280847023 / 0xff288aaf. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #288AAF is 0.213, 0.261, 0.261 and YIQ Color Space of #288AAF is 112.916, -70.2863, -9.2126. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #288AAF is 15.19, 24.68, 43.43. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #288AAF is 53.73, -15.03, -27.43. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #288AAF is 53.73, -34.06, -39.64. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #288AAF is 53.73, 31.28, 241.28. Hunter Lab variable of #288AAF is 46.6, -13.77, -23.11.

#288AAF - Boston Blue Color Image
#288AAF - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #288AAF

RGB Percentages of #288AAF

15%
54%
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 #288AAF

15.69%
37.95%
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 #288AAF

77%
21%
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 #288AAF

To get 25% Saturated #288AAF Color, you need to convert the hex color #288AAF 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 #288AAF 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 #288AAF

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 #288AAF

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 #288AAF

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 #288AAF to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #288AAF to it's the darkest color.

#288AAF Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(40, 138, 175)
RGB Percent 15%, 54%, 68%
RYB 40.0, 96.78, 175.0
CMYK 77, 21, 0, 31
CMY 77, 21, 0
HSL hsl(196, 63%, 42%)
HSLA hsl(196, 63%, 42%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(196, 77, 69)
XYZ 17.7, 21.72, 43.81
Hex8 Value #288AAFFF
Decimal Value 2656943
Octal Value 12105257
Binary Value 101000,10001010,10101111
Android 4280847023 / 0xff288aaf
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(196, 63%, 42%)
xyY 0.213, 0.261, 21.721
YIQ 112.916, -70.2863, -9.2126
LMS 15.19, 24.68, 43.43
CieLAB 53.73, -15.03, -27.43
CieLUV : LCHuv 53.73, -34.06, -39.64
CieLCH : LCHab 53.73, 31.28, 241.28
Hunter Lab 46.6, -13.77, -23.11
YUV 112.916, 30.54, -63.97
YDbDr 112.916, 93.42, 138.66
YCbCr 112.97, 158.78, 82.31
YCoCg 122.75, 107.5, 15.25
YPbPr 112.92, 35.04, -52.01
Munsell Color System 11166.91 251.97/220.20

#288AAF HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#288AAF as Background:

When every situation which life can offer is turned to the profit of spiritual growth, no situation can really be a bad one.

Paul Brunton
<p style="background: #288AAF">…</p>

#288AAF as Text Color:

Without ambition one starts nothing. Without work one finishes nothing. The prize will not be sent to you. You have to win it.

Ralph Waldo Emerson
<p style="color: #288AAF">…</p>

#288AAF as Text Shadow:

I have always been aware that you have to get people listening before you can change their minds. Any artist's big fear is being ignored, so if you get debate, that's great.

Damien Hirst
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #288AAF">…</p>

#288AAF as Linear Gradient:

It may be true that the law cannot make a man love me, but it can keep him from lynching me, and I think that's pretty important.

Martin Luther King, Jr.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #288AAF)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #288AAF?

RGB Value for #288AAF is rgb(40, 138, 175).

What is the RGB percentage of #288AAF?

RGB percentage for #288AAF is 15% Red 54% Green 68% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #288AAF?

CMYK Color Model of #288AAF is 77 Cyan 21 Magenta 0 Yellow 31 Black.

What is the HSL value of #288AAF?

HSL Value of #288AAF is 196°(degrees) Hue 63 Saturation 42 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #288AAF?

HSV Value of #288AAF is 196 Hue 77 Saturation 69 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #288AAF?

XYZ Color Model of #288AAF is 17.7, 21.72, 43.81.