#3399BC Hex Color Code

#3399BC

The Hexadecimal Color #3399BC is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #3399BC RGB value is rgb(51, 153, 188). RGB Color Model of #3399BC consists of 20% red, 60% green and 73% blue. HSL color Mode of #3399BC has 195°(degrees) Hue, 57% Saturation and 47% Lightness. #3399BC color has an wavelength of 497.22222nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #3399BC is #66CCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #3399BC is #39B. The Closest Color to #3399BC is #4682B4. Official Name of #3399BC Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #3399BC is 73 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black and #3399BC CMY is 73, 19, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #3399BC is hsl(195,57,47, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(195, 73, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #3399BC is 21.83, 27.11, 51.65.
Hex8 Value of #3399BC is #3399BCFF. Decimal Value of #3399BC is 3381692 and Octal Value of #3399BC is 14714674. Binary Value of #3399BC is 110011, 10011001, 10111100 and Android of #3399BC is 4281571772 / 0xff3399bc. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #3399BC is 0.217, 0.27, 0.27 and YIQ Color Space of #3399BC is 126.492, -72.0273, -10.681. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #3399BC is 19.26, 30.97, 51.23. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #3399BC is 59.08, -17.4, -26.54. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #3399BC is 59.08, -37.0, -38.52. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #3399BC is 59.08, 31.74, 236.75. Hunter Lab variable of #3399BC is 52.07, -16.28, -22.37.

#3399BC - Boston Blue Color Image
#3399BC - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #3399BC

RGB Percentages of #3399BC

20%
60%
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 #3399BC

20.0%
42.93%
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 #3399BC

73%
19%
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 #3399BC

To get 25% Saturated #3399BC Color, you need to convert the hex color #3399BC 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 #3399BC 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 #3399BC

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 #3399BC

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 #3399BC

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 #3399BC to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #3399BC to it's the darkest color.

#3399BC Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(51, 153, 188)
RGB Percent 20%, 60%, 73%
RYB 51.0, 109.47, 188.0
CMYK 73, 19, 0, 26
CMY 73, 19, 0
HSL hsl(195, 57%, 47%)
HSLA hsl(195, 57%, 47%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(195, 73, 74)
XYZ 21.83, 27.11, 51.65
Hex8 Value #3399BCFF
Decimal Value 3381692
Octal Value 14714674
Binary Value 110011,10011001,10111100
Android 4281571772 / 0xff3399bc
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(195, 57%, 47%)
xyY 0.217, 0.27, 27.115
YIQ 126.492, -72.0273, -10.681
LMS 19.26, 30.97, 51.23
CieLAB 59.08, -17.4, -26.54
CieLUV : LCHuv 59.08, -37.0, -38.52
CieLCH : LCHab 59.08, 31.74, 236.75
Hunter Lab 52.07, -16.28, -22.37
YUV 126.492, 30.25, -66.23
YDbDr 126.492, 92.56, 143.56
YCbCr 124.63, 158.49, 80.7
YCoCg 136.25, 119.5, 16.75
YPbPr 126.49, 34.71, -53.85
Munsell Color System 11578.53 228.81/218.23

#3399BC HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#3399BC as Background:

Corruption is the enemy of development, and of good governance. It must be got rid of. Both the government and the people at large must come together to achieve this national objective.

Pratibha Patil
<p style="background: #3399BC">…</p>

#3399BC as Text Color:

I do believe that most men live lives of quiet desperation. For despair, optimism is the only practical solution. Hope is practical. Because eliminate that and it's pretty scary. Hope at least gives you the option of living.

Harry Nilsson
<p style="color: #3399BC">…</p>

#3399BC as Text Shadow:

So when you spot violence, or bigotry, or intolerance or fear or just garden-variety misogyny, hatred or ignorance, just look it in the eye and think, 'The good outnumber you, and we always will.'

Patton Oswalt
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #3399BC">…</p>

#3399BC as Linear Gradient:

May we think of freedom, not as the right to do as we please, but as the opportunity to do what is right.

Peter Marshall
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #3399BC)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #3399BC?

RGB Value for #3399BC is rgb(51, 153, 188).

What is the RGB percentage of #3399BC?

RGB percentage for #3399BC is 20% Red 60% Green 73% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #3399BC?

CMYK Color Model of #3399BC is 73 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black.

What is the HSL value of #3399BC?

HSL Value of #3399BC is 195°(degrees) Hue 57 Saturation 47 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #3399BC?

HSV Value of #3399BC is 195 Hue 73 Saturation 74 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #3399BC?

XYZ Color Model of #3399BC is 21.83, 27.11, 51.65.