#3399BD Hex Color Code

#3399BD

The Hexadecimal Color #3399BD is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #3399BD RGB value is rgb(51, 153, 189). RGB Color Model of #3399BD consists of 20% red, 60% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #3399BD has 196°(degrees) Hue, 58% Saturation and 47% Lightness. #3399BD color has an wavelength of 496.59259nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #3399BD is #66CCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #3399BD is #39B. The Closest Color to #3399BD is #4682B4. Official Name of #3399BD Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #3399BD is 73 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black and #3399BD CMY is 73, 19, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #3399BD is hsl(196,58,47, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(196, 73, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #3399BD is 21.94, 27.16, 52.22.
Hex8 Value of #3399BD is #3399BDFF. Decimal Value of #3399BD is 3381693 and Octal Value of #3399BD is 14714675. Binary Value of #3399BD is 110011, 10011001, 10111101 and Android of #3399BD is 4281571773 / 0xff3399bd. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #3399BD is 0.217, 0.268, 0.268 and YIQ Color Space of #3399BD is 126.606, -72.3486, -10.3698. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #3399BD is 19.27, 30.99, 51.79. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #3399BD is 59.12, -17.09, -27.03. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #3399BD is 59.12, -36.95, -39.37. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #3399BD is 59.12, 31.98, 237.7. Hunter Lab variable of #3399BD is 52.12, -16.05, -22.93.

#3399BD - Boston Blue Color Image
#3399BD - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #3399BD

RGB Percentages of #3399BD

20%
60%
74%

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 #3399BD

20.0%
43.0%
74.12%

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 #3399BD

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 #3399BD

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

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 #3399BD

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 #3399BD

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

#3399BD Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(51, 153, 189)
RGB Percent 20%, 60%, 74%
RYB 51.0, 109.65, 189.0
CMYK 73, 19, 0, 26
CMY 73, 19, 0
HSL hsl(196, 58%, 47%)
HSLA hsl(196, 58%, 47%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(196, 73, 74)
XYZ 21.94, 27.16, 52.22
Hex8 Value #3399BDFF
Decimal Value 3381693
Octal Value 14714675
Binary Value 110011,10011001,10111101
Android 4281571773 / 0xff3399bd
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(196, 58%, 47%)
xyY 0.217, 0.268, 27.158
YIQ 126.606, -72.3486, -10.3698
LMS 19.27, 30.99, 51.79
CieLAB 59.12, -17.09, -27.03
CieLUV : LCHuv 59.12, -36.95, -39.37
CieLCH : LCHab 59.12, 31.98, 237.7
Hunter Lab 52.12, -16.05, -22.93
YUV 126.606, 30.69, -66.33
YDbDr 126.606, 93.89, 143.78
YCbCr 124.73, 158.93, 80.63
YCoCg 136.5, 120.0, 16.5
YPbPr 126.61, 35.21, -53.93
Munsell Color System 11581.17 229.88/218.64

#3399BD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#3399BD as Background:

Perhaps love is like a resting place, a shelter from the storm. It exists to give you comfort, it is there to keep you warm, and in those times of trouble when you are most alone, the memory of love will bring you home.

John Denver
<p style="background: #3399BD">…</p>

#3399BD as Text Color:

Hatred paralyzes life; love releases it. Hatred confuses life; love harmonizes it. Hatred darkens life; love illuminates it.

Martin Luther King, Jr.
<p style="color: #3399BD">…</p>

#3399BD as Text Shadow:

Time is too slow for those who wait, too swift for those who fear, too long for those who grieve, too short for those who rejoice, but for those who love, time is eternity.

Henry Van Dyke
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #3399BD">…</p>

#3399BD as Linear Gradient:

If I could be anything in the world I would want to be a teardrop because I would be born in your eyes, live on your cheeks, and die on your lips.

Mary, Queen of Scots
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #3399BD)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #3399BD?

RGB Value for #3399BD is rgb(51, 153, 189).

What is the RGB percentage of #3399BD?

RGB percentage for #3399BD is 20% Red 60% Green 74% Blue.

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

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

What is the HSL value of #3399BD?

HSL Value of #3399BD is 196°(degrees) Hue 58 Saturation 47 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #3399BD?

HSV Value of #3399BD is 196 Hue 73 Saturation 74 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #3399BD?

XYZ Color Model of #3399BD is 21.94, 27.16, 52.22.