#2A8CAF Hex Color Code

#2A8CAF

The Hexadecimal Color #2A8CAF is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #2A8CAF RGB value is rgb(42, 140, 175). RGB Color Model of #2A8CAF consists of 16% red, 54% green and 68% blue. HSL color Mode of #2A8CAF has 196°(degrees) Hue, 61% Saturation and 43% Lightness. #2A8CAF color has an wavelength of 496.59259nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #2A8CAF is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #2A8CAF is #28A. The Closest Color to #2A8CAF is #4682B4. Official Name of #2A8CAF Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #2A8CAF is 76 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 31 Black and #2A8CAF CMY is 76, 20, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #2A8CAF is hsl(196,61,43, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(196, 76, 69). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #2A8CAF is 18.07, 22.34, 43.91.
Hex8 Value of #2A8CAF is #2A8CAFFF. Decimal Value of #2A8CAF is 2788527 and Octal Value of #2A8CAF is 12506257. Binary Value of #2A8CAF is 101010, 10001100, 10101111 and Android of #2A8CAF is 4280978607 / 0xff2a8caf. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #2A8CAF is 0.214, 0.265, 0.265 and YIQ Color Space of #2A8CAF is 114.688, -69.6437, -9.835. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #2A8CAF is 15.71, 25.48, 43.54. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #2A8CAF is 54.39, -15.88, -26.41. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #2A8CAF is 54.39, -34.49, -37.97. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #2A8CAF is 54.39, 30.82, 238.98. Hunter Lab variable of #2A8CAF is 47.27, -14.47, -22.0.

#2A8CAF - Boston Blue Color Image
#2A8CAF - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #2A8CAF

RGB Percentages of #2A8CAF

16%
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 #2A8CAF

16.47%
38.6%
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 #2A8CAF

76%
20%
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 #2A8CAF

To get 25% Saturated #2A8CAF Color, you need to convert the hex color #2A8CAF 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 #2A8CAF 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 #2A8CAF

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 #2A8CAF

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 #2A8CAF

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 #2A8CAF to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #2A8CAF to it's the darkest color.

#2A8CAF Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(42, 140, 175)
RGB Percent 16%, 54%, 68%
RYB 42.0, 98.42, 175.0
CMYK 76, 20, 0, 31
CMY 76, 20, 0
HSL hsl(196, 61%, 43%)
HSLA hsl(196, 61%, 43%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(196, 76, 69)
XYZ 18.07, 22.34, 43.91
Hex8 Value #2A8CAFFF
Decimal Value 2788527
Octal Value 12506257
Binary Value 101010,10001100,10101111
Android 4280978607 / 0xff2a8caf
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(196, 61%, 43%)
xyY 0.214, 0.265, 22.341
YIQ 114.688, -69.6437, -9.835
LMS 15.71, 25.48, 43.54
CieLAB 54.39, -15.88, -26.41
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.39, -34.49, -37.97
CieLCH : LCHab 54.39, 30.82, 238.98
Hunter Lab 47.27, -14.47, -22.0
YUV 114.688, 29.67, -63.77
YDbDr 114.688, 90.75, 138.23
YCbCr 114.5, 157.9, 82.46
YCoCg 124.25, 108.5, 15.75
YPbPr 114.69, 34.04, -51.85
Munsell Color System 11220.76 246.18/219.25

#2A8CAF HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#2A8CAF as Background:

You breathed on me and made my life a richer one to live, when I was deep in poverty you taught me how to give. Dried the tears up from my dreams and pulled me from my hole, quenched my thirst and satisfied the burning in my soul.

Bob Dylan
<p style="background: #2A8CAF">…</p>

#2A8CAF as Text Color:

Another fella told me, he had a sister who looked just fine. Instead of being my deliverance, she had a strange resemblance to a cat name of Frankenstein.

Sam Cooke
<p style="color: #2A8CAF">…</p>

#2A8CAF as Text Shadow:

You've been my inspiration, through the lies you were the truth. My world is a better place because of you.

Celine Dion
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #2A8CAF">…</p>

#2A8CAF as Linear Gradient:

You are the treasure custodian, cleaning the moon for me, scouring the sky so the stars would shine bright.

Lisa Loeb
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #2A8CAF)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #2A8CAF?

RGB Value for #2A8CAF is rgb(42, 140, 175).

What is the RGB percentage of #2A8CAF?

RGB percentage for #2A8CAF is 16% Red 54% Green 68% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #2A8CAF?

CMYK Color Model of #2A8CAF is 76 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 31 Black.

What is the HSL value of #2A8CAF?

HSL Value of #2A8CAF is 196°(degrees) Hue 61 Saturation 43 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #2A8CAF?

HSV Value of #2A8CAF is 196 Hue 76 Saturation 69 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #2A8CAF?

XYZ Color Model of #2A8CAF is 18.07, 22.34, 43.91.