#298BBF Hex Color Code

#298BBF

The Hexadecimal Color #298BBF is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #298BBF RGB value is rgb(41, 139, 191). RGB Color Model of #298BBF consists of 16% red, 54% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #298BBF has 201°(degrees) Hue, 65% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #298BBF color has an wavelength of 493.44444nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #298BBF is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #298BBF is #28B. The Closest Color to #298BBF is #4682B4. Official Name of #298BBF Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #298BBF is 79 Cyan 27 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black and #298BBF CMY is 79, 27, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #298BBF is hsl(201,65,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(201, 79, 75). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #298BBF is 19.55, 22.7, 52.63.
Hex8 Value of #298BBF is #298BBFFF. Decimal Value of #298BBF is 2722751 and Octal Value of #298BBF is 12305677. Binary Value of #298BBF is 101001, 10001011, 10111111 and Android of #298BBF is 4280912831 / 0xff298bbf. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #298BBF is 0.206, 0.239, 0.239 and YIQ Color Space of #298BBF is 115.626, -75.1058, -4.5446. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #298BBF is 15.53, 25.1, 52.12. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #298BBF is 54.76, -9.86, -34.96. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #298BBF is 54.76, -33.36, -52.61. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #298BBF is 54.76, 36.32, 254.25. Hunter Lab variable of #298BBF is 47.64, -10.13, -32.14.

#298BBF - Boston Blue Color Image
#298BBF - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #298BBF

RGB Percentages of #298BBF

16%
54%
74%

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 #298BBF

16.08%
39.32%
74.9%

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 #298BBF

79%
27%
0%
25%

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 #298BBF

To get 25% Saturated #298BBF Color, you need to convert the hex color #298BBF 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 #298BBF 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 #298BBF

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 #298BBF

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 #298BBF

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 #298BBF to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #298BBF to it's the darkest color.

#298BBF Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(41, 139, 191)
RGB Percent 16%, 54%, 74%
RYB 41.0, 100.27, 191.0
CMYK 79, 27, 0, 25
CMY 79, 27, 0
HSL hsl(201, 65%, 45%)
HSLA hsl(201, 65%, 45%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(201, 79, 75)
XYZ 19.55, 22.7, 52.63
Hex8 Value #298BBFFF
Decimal Value 2722751
Octal Value 12305677
Binary Value 101001,10001011,10111111
Android 4280912831 / 0xff298bbf
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(201, 65%, 45%)
xyY 0.206, 0.239, 22.696
YIQ 115.626, -75.1058, -4.5446
LMS 15.53, 25.1, 52.12
CieLAB 54.76, -9.86, -34.96
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.76, -33.36, -52.61
CieLCH : LCHab 54.76, 36.32, 254.25
Hunter Lab 47.64, -10.13, -32.14
YUV 115.626, 37.08, -65.47
YDbDr 115.626, 113.42, 141.92
YCbCr 115.3, 165.36, 81.24
YCoCg 127.5, 116.0, 11.5
YPbPr 115.63, 42.54, -53.23
Munsell Color System 11245.21 268.70/225.18

#298BBF HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#298BBF as Background:

The final test for a novel will be our affection for it, as it is the test of our friends, and of anything else which we cannot define.

E. M. Forster
<p style="background: #298BBF">…</p>

#298BBF as Text Color:

The man that hails you Tom or Jack, and proves by thumps upon your back how he esteems your merit, is such a friend, that one had need be very much his friend indeed to pardon or to bear it.

William Cowper
<p style="color: #298BBF">…</p>

#298BBF as Text Shadow:

I desire so to conduct the affairs of this administration that if at the end... I have lost every other friend on earth, I shall at least have one friend left, and that friend shall be down inside of me.

Abraham Lincoln
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #298BBF">…</p>

#298BBF as Linear Gradient:

I believe in the brotherhood of man, all men, but I don't believe in brotherhood with anybody who doesn't want brotherhood with me. I believe in treating people right, but I'm not going to waste my time trying to treat somebody right who doesn't know how to return the treatment.

Malcolm X
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #298BBF)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #298BBF?

RGB Value for #298BBF is rgb(41, 139, 191).

What is the RGB percentage of #298BBF?

RGB percentage for #298BBF is 16% Red 54% Green 74% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #298BBF?

CMYK Color Model of #298BBF is 79 Cyan 27 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black.

What is the HSL value of #298BBF?

HSL Value of #298BBF is 201°(degrees) Hue 65 Saturation 45 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #298BBF?

HSV Value of #298BBF is 201 Hue 79 Saturation 75 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #298BBF?

XYZ Color Model of #298BBF is 19.55, 22.7, 52.63.