#2A8CBC Hex Color Code

#2A8CBC

The Hexadecimal Color #2A8CBC is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #2A8CBC RGB value is rgb(42, 140, 188). RGB Color Model of #2A8CBC consists of 16% red, 54% green and 73% blue. HSL color Mode of #2A8CBC has 200°(degrees) Hue, 63% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #2A8CBC color has an wavelength of 494.07407nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #2A8CBC is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #2A8CBC is #28B. The Closest Color to #2A8CBC is #4682B4. Official Name of #2A8CBC Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #2A8CBC is 78 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black and #2A8CBC CMY is 78, 26, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #2A8CBC is hsl(200,63,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(200, 78, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #2A8CBC is 19.41, 22.88, 50.96.
Hex8 Value of #2A8CBC is #2A8CBCFF. Decimal Value of #2A8CBC is 2788540 and Octal Value of #2A8CBC is 12506274. Binary Value of #2A8CBC is 101010, 10001100, 10111100 and Android of #2A8CBC is 4280978620 / 0xff2a8cbc. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #2A8CBC is 0.208, 0.245, 0.245 and YIQ Color Space of #2A8CBC is 116.17, -73.8206, -5.7894. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #2A8CBC is 15.78, 25.49, 50.48. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #2A8CBC is 54.95, -11.37, -32.96. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #2A8CBC is 54.95, -33.73, -49.21. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #2A8CBC is 54.95, 34.87, 250.97. Hunter Lab variable of #2A8CBC is 47.83, -11.27, -29.68.

#2A8CBC - Boston Blue Color Image
#2A8CBC - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #2A8CBC

RGB Percentages of #2A8CBC

16%
54%
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 #2A8CBC

16.47%
39.47%
73.73%

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 #2A8CBC

78%
26%
0%
26%

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 #2A8CBC

To get 25% Saturated #2A8CBC Color, you need to convert the hex color #2A8CBC 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 #2A8CBC 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 #2A8CBC

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 #2A8CBC

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 #2A8CBC

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 #2A8CBC to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #2A8CBC to it's the darkest color.

#2A8CBC Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(42, 140, 188)
RGB Percent 16%, 54%, 73%
RYB 42.0, 100.64, 188.0
CMYK 78, 26, 0, 26
CMY 78, 26, 0
HSL hsl(200, 63%, 45%)
HSLA hsl(200, 63%, 45%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(200, 78, 74)
XYZ 19.41, 22.88, 50.96
Hex8 Value #2A8CBCFF
Decimal Value 2788540
Octal Value 12506274
Binary Value 101010,10001100,10111100
Android 4280978620 / 0xff2a8cbc
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(200, 63%, 45%)
xyY 0.208, 0.245, 22.877
YIQ 116.17, -73.8206, -5.7894
LMS 15.78, 25.49, 50.48
CieLAB 54.95, -11.37, -32.96
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.95, -33.73, -49.21
CieLCH : LCHab 54.95, 34.87, 250.97
Hunter Lab 47.83, -11.27, -29.68
YUV 116.17, 35.33, -65.07
YDbDr 116.17, 108.08, 141.05
YCbCr 115.77, 163.61, 81.53
YCoCg 127.5, 115.0, 12.5
YPbPr 116.17, 40.54, -52.9
Munsell Color System 11261.48 262.05/223.96

#2A8CBC HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#2A8CBC as Background:

We need not worry so much about what man descends from; it's what he descends to that shames the human race.

Mark Twain
<p style="background: #2A8CBC">…</p>

#2A8CBC as Text Color:

Among the attributes of God, although they are equal, mercy shines with even more brilliance than justice.

Miguel de Cervantes
<p style="color: #2A8CBC">…</p>

#2A8CBC as Text Shadow:

Success by the laws of competition signifies a victory over others by obtaining the direction and profits of their work. This is the real source of all great riches.

John Ruskin
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #2A8CBC">…</p>

#2A8CBC as Linear Gradient:

Your success and happiness lie in you. External conditions are the accidents of life, its outer trappings.

Helen Keller
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #2A8CBC)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #2A8CBC?

RGB Value for #2A8CBC is rgb(42, 140, 188).

What is the RGB percentage of #2A8CBC?

RGB percentage for #2A8CBC is 16% Red 54% Green 73% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #2A8CBC?

CMYK Color Model of #2A8CBC is 78 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black.

What is the HSL value of #2A8CBC?

HSL Value of #2A8CBC is 200°(degrees) Hue 63 Saturation 45 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #2A8CBC?

HSV Value of #2A8CBC is 200 Hue 78 Saturation 74 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #2A8CBC?

XYZ Color Model of #2A8CBC is 19.41, 22.88, 50.96.