#2B8AAD Hex Color Code

#2B8AAD

The Hexadecimal Color #2B8AAD is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #2B8AAD RGB value is rgb(43, 138, 173). RGB Color Model of #2B8AAD consists of 16% red, 54% green and 67% blue. HSL color Mode of #2B8AAD has 196°(degrees) Hue, 60% Saturation and 42% Lightness. #2B8AAD color has an wavelength of 496.59259nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #2B8AAD is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #2B8AAD is #38A. The Closest Color to #2B8AAD is #4682B4. Official Name of #2B8AAD Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #2B8AAD is 75 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 32 Black and #2B8AAD CMY is 75, 20, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #2B8AAD is hsl(196,60,42, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(196, 75, 68). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #2B8AAD is 17.62, 21.71, 42.79.
Hex8 Value of #2B8AAD is #2B8AADFF. Decimal Value of #2B8AAD is 2853549 and Octal Value of #2B8AAD is 12705255. Binary Value of #2B8AAD is 101011, 10001010, 10101101 and Android of #2B8AAD is 4281043629 / 0xff2b8aad. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #2B8AAD is 0.215, 0.264, 0.264 and YIQ Color Space of #2B8AAD is 113.585, -67.856, -9.2005. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #2B8AAD is 15.29, 24.72, 42.43. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #2B8AAD is 53.72, -15.41, -26.29. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #2B8AAD is 53.72, -33.8, -37.76. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #2B8AAD is 53.72, 30.47, 239.62. Hunter Lab variable of #2B8AAD is 46.59, -14.04, -21.83.

#2B8AAD - Boston Blue Color Image
#2B8AAD - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #2B8AAD

RGB Percentages of #2B8AAD

16%
54%
67%

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 #2B8AAD

16.86%
38.39%
67.84%

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 #2B8AAD

75%
20%
0%
32%

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 #2B8AAD

To get 25% Saturated #2B8AAD Color, you need to convert the hex color #2B8AAD 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 #2B8AAD 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 #2B8AAD

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 #2B8AAD

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 #2B8AAD

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 #2B8AAD to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #2B8AAD to it's the darkest color.

#2B8AAD Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(43, 138, 173)
RGB Percent 16%, 54%, 67%
RYB 43.0, 97.89, 173.0
CMYK 75, 20, 0, 32
CMY 75, 20, 0
HSL hsl(196, 60%, 42%)
HSLA hsl(196, 60%, 42%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(196, 75, 68)
XYZ 17.62, 21.71, 42.79
Hex8 Value #2B8AADFF
Decimal Value 2853549
Octal Value 12705255
Binary Value 101011,10001010,10101101
Android 4281043629 / 0xff2b8aad
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(196, 60%, 42%)
xyY 0.215, 0.264, 21.706
YIQ 113.585, -67.856, -9.2005
LMS 15.29, 24.72, 42.43
CieLAB 53.72, -15.41, -26.29
CieLUV : LCHuv 53.72, -33.8, -37.76
CieLCH : LCHab 53.72, 30.47, 239.62
Hunter Lab 46.59, -14.04, -21.83
YUV 113.585, 29.23, -61.93
YDbDr 113.585, 89.4, 134.23
YCbCr 113.55, 157.45, 83.77
YCoCg 123.0, 108.0, 15.0
YPbPr 113.59, 33.53, -50.35
Munsell Color System 11166.45 247.29/219.65

#2B8AAD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#2B8AAD as Background:

Sea Hunt was the first time anyone tackled a show that took place underwater. The stories were sort of exciting for kids, like cops and robbers underwater.

Lloyd Bridges
<p style="background: #2B8AAD">…</p>

#2B8AAD as Text Color:

In the Craft, we do not believe in the Goddess - we connect with her; through the moon, the stars, the ocean, the earth, through trees, animals, through other human beings, through ourselves. She is here. She is within us all.

Starhawk
<p style="color: #2B8AAD">…</p>

#2B8AAD as Text Shadow:

This whole act's immutably decreed. 'Twas rehearsed by thee and me a billion years before this ocean rolled. Fool! I am the Fates' lieutenant; I act under orders.

Herman Melville
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #2B8AAD">…</p>

#2B8AAD as Linear Gradient:

I don't see America as a mainland, but as a sea, a big ocean. Sometimes a storm arises, a formidable current develops, and it seems it will engulf everything. Wait a moment, another current will appear and bring the first one to naught.

Jacques Maritain
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #2B8AAD)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #2B8AAD?

RGB Value for #2B8AAD is rgb(43, 138, 173).

What is the RGB percentage of #2B8AAD?

RGB percentage for #2B8AAD is 16% Red 54% Green 67% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #2B8AAD?

CMYK Color Model of #2B8AAD is 75 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 32 Black.

What is the HSL value of #2B8AAD?

HSL Value of #2B8AAD is 196°(degrees) Hue 60 Saturation 42 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #2B8AAD?

HSV Value of #2B8AAD is 196 Hue 75 Saturation 68 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #2B8AAD?

XYZ Color Model of #2B8AAD is 17.62, 21.71, 42.79.