#2B8BAB Hex Color Code

#2B8BAB

The Hexadecimal Color #2B8BAB is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #2B8BAB RGB value is rgb(43, 139, 171). RGB Color Model of #2B8BAB consists of 16% red, 54% green and 67% blue. HSL color Mode of #2B8BAB has 195°(degrees) Hue, 60% Saturation and 42% Lightness. #2B8BAB color has an wavelength of 497.22222nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #2B8BAB is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #2B8BAB is #38A. The Closest Color to #2B8BAB is #4682B4. Official Name of #2B8BAB Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #2B8BAB is 75 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 33 Black and #2B8BAB CMY is 75, 19, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #2B8BAB is hsl(195,60,42, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(195, 75, 67). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #2B8BAB is 17.58, 21.92, 41.82.
Hex8 Value of #2B8BAB is #2B8BABFF. Decimal Value of #2B8BAB is 2853803 and Octal Value of #2B8BAB is 12705653. Binary Value of #2B8BAB is 101011, 10001011, 10101011 and Android of #2B8BAB is 4281043883 / 0xff2b8bab. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #2B8BAB is 0.216, 0.27, 0.27 and YIQ Color Space of #2B8BAB is 113.944, -67.488, -10.3456. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #2B8BAB is 15.51, 25.1, 41.48. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #2B8BAB is 53.94, -16.59, -24.79. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #2B8BAB is 53.94, -34.22, -35.23. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #2B8BAB is 53.94, 29.83, 236.21. Hunter Lab variable of #2B8BAB is 46.82, -14.91, -20.19.

#2B8BAB - Boston Blue Color Image
#2B8BAB - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #2B8BAB

RGB Percentages of #2B8BAB

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 #2B8BAB

16.86%
38.38%
67.06%

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 #2B8BAB

75%
19%
0%
33%

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 #2B8BAB

To get 25% Saturated #2B8BAB Color, you need to convert the hex color #2B8BAB 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 #2B8BAB 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 #2B8BAB

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 #2B8BAB

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 #2B8BAB

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 #2B8BAB to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #2B8BAB to it's the darkest color.

#2B8BAB Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(43, 139, 171)
RGB Percent 16%, 54%, 67%
RYB 43.0, 97.86, 171.0
CMYK 75, 19, 0, 33
CMY 75, 19, 0
HSL hsl(195, 60%, 42%)
HSLA hsl(195, 60%, 42%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(195, 75, 67)
XYZ 17.58, 21.92, 41.82
Hex8 Value #2B8BABFF
Decimal Value 2853803
Octal Value 12705653
Binary Value 101011,10001011,10101011
Android 4281043883 / 0xff2b8bab
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(195, 60%, 42%)
xyY 0.216, 0.27, 21.917
YIQ 113.944, -67.488, -10.3456
LMS 15.51, 25.1, 41.48
CieLAB 53.94, -16.59, -24.79
CieLUV : LCHuv 53.94, -34.22, -35.23
CieLCH : LCHab 53.94, 29.83, 236.21
Hunter Lab 46.82, -14.91, -20.19
YUV 113.944, 28.06, -62.24
YDbDr 113.944, 85.86, 134.91
YCbCr 113.86, 156.28, 83.55
YCoCg 123.0, 107.0, 16.0
YPbPr 113.94, 32.2, -50.6
Munsell Color System 11185.54 242.67/218.17

#2B8BAB HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#2B8BAB as Background:

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Angela Carter
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#2B8BAB as Text Color:

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George Bernard Shaw
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#2B8BAB as Text Shadow:

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David Hilbert
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#2B8BAB as Linear Gradient:

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Thomas Sowell
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FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #2B8BAB?

RGB Value for #2B8BAB is rgb(43, 139, 171).

What is the RGB percentage of #2B8BAB?

RGB percentage for #2B8BAB is 16% Red 54% Green 67% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #2B8BAB?

CMYK Color Model of #2B8BAB is 75 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 33 Black.

What is the HSL value of #2B8BAB?

HSL Value of #2B8BAB is 195°(degrees) Hue 60 Saturation 42 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #2B8BAB?

HSV Value of #2B8BAB is 195 Hue 75 Saturation 67 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #2B8BAB?

XYZ Color Model of #2B8BAB is 17.58, 21.92, 41.82.