#288DB9 Hex Color Code

#288DB9

The Hexadecimal Color #288DB9 is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #288DB9 RGB value is rgb(40, 141, 185). RGB Color Model of #288DB9 consists of 15% red, 55% green and 72% blue. HSL color Mode of #288DB9 has 198°(degrees) Hue, 64% Saturation and 44% Lightness. #288DB9 color has an wavelength of 495.33333nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #288DB9 is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #288DB9 is #28B. The Closest Color to #288DB9 is #4682B4. Official Name of #288DB9 Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #288DB9 is 78 Cyan 24 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black and #288DB9 CMY is 78, 24, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #288DB9 is hsl(198,64,44, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(198, 78, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #288DB9 is 19.15, 23.0, 49.32.
Hex8 Value of #288DB9 is #288DB9FF. Decimal Value of #288DB9 is 2657721 and Octal Value of #288DB9 is 12106671. Binary Value of #288DB9 is 101000, 10001101, 10111001 and Android of #288DB9 is 4280847801 / 0xff288db9. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #288DB9 is 0.209, 0.251, 0.251 and YIQ Color Space of #288DB9 is 115.817, -74.3231, -7.6687. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #288DB9 is 15.9, 25.87, 48.87. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #288DB9 is 55.07, -13.23, -31.06. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #288DB9 is 55.07, -34.55, -45.92. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #288DB9 is 55.07, 33.76, 246.93. Hunter Lab variable of #288DB9 is 47.96, -12.65, -27.4.

#288DB9 - Boston Blue Color Image
#288DB9 - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #288DB9

RGB Percentages of #288DB9

15%
55%
72%

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 #288DB9

15.69%
39.03%
72.55%

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 #288DB9

78%
24%
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 #288DB9

To get 25% Saturated #288DB9 Color, you need to convert the hex color #288DB9 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 #288DB9 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 #288DB9

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 #288DB9

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 #288DB9

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 #288DB9 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #288DB9 to it's the darkest color.

#288DB9 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(40, 141, 185)
RGB Percent 15%, 55%, 72%
RYB 40.0, 99.53, 185.0
CMYK 78, 24, 0, 27
CMY 78, 24, 0
HSL hsl(198, 64%, 44%)
HSLA hsl(198, 64%, 44%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(198, 78, 73)
XYZ 19.15, 23.0, 49.32
Hex8 Value #288DB9FF
Decimal Value 2657721
Octal Value 12106671
Binary Value 101000,10001101,10111001
Android 4280847801 / 0xff288db9
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(198, 64%, 44%)
xyY 0.209, 0.251, 23.001
YIQ 115.817, -74.3231, -7.6687
LMS 15.9, 25.87, 48.87
CieLAB 55.07, -13.23, -31.06
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.07, -34.55, -45.92
CieLCH : LCHab 55.07, 33.76, 246.93
Hunter Lab 47.96, -12.65, -27.4
YUV 115.817, 34.03, -66.51
YDbDr 115.817, 104.1, 144.18
YCbCr 115.47, 162.3, 80.5
YCoCg 126.75, 112.5, 14.25
YPbPr 115.82, 39.04, -54.08
Munsell Color System 11272.63 257.44/222.34

#288DB9 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#288DB9 as Background:

In dreams the mind is constantly giving you substitutes just to protect sleep. And the same is happening while you are awake. The mind is giving you substitutes just to protect your sanity; otherwise you will be scattered in fragments.

Rajneesh
<p style="background: #288DB9">…</p>

#288DB9 as Text Color:

Man, alone, has the power to transform his thoughts into physical reality; man, alone, can dream and make his dreams come true.

Napoleon Hill
<p style="color: #288DB9">…</p>

#288DB9 as Text Shadow:

Nor do I hear in my imagination the parts successively, but I hear them, as it were, all at once (gleich dies zusammen). What a delight this is I cannot tell ! All this inventing, this producing, takes place in a pleasing lively dream.

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #288DB9">…</p>

#288DB9 as Linear Gradient:

If there were dreams to sell, What would you buy? Some cost a passing bell; Some a light sigh, That shakes from Life's fresh crown Only a rose-leaf down. If there were dreams to sell, Merry and sad to tell, And the crier rung the bell, What would you buy?

Thomas Lovell Beddoes
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #288DB9)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #288DB9?

RGB Value for #288DB9 is rgb(40, 141, 185).

What is the RGB percentage of #288DB9?

RGB percentage for #288DB9 is 15% Red 55% Green 72% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #288DB9?

CMYK Color Model of #288DB9 is 78 Cyan 24 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #288DB9?

HSL Value of #288DB9 is 198°(degrees) Hue 64 Saturation 44 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #288DB9?

HSV Value of #288DB9 is 198 Hue 78 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #288DB9?

XYZ Color Model of #288DB9 is 19.15, 23.0, 49.32.