#3498BB Hex Color Code

#3498BB

The Hexadecimal Color #3498BB is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #3498BB RGB value is rgb(52, 152, 187). RGB Color Model of #3498BB consists of 20% red, 59% green and 73% blue. HSL color Mode of #3498BB has 196°(degrees) Hue, 56% Saturation and 47% Lightness. #3498BB color has an wavelength of 496.59259nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #3498BB is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #3498BB is #39B. The Closest Color to #3498BB is #4682B4. Official Name of #3498BB Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #3498BB is 72 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black and #3498BB CMY is 72, 19, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #3498BB is hsl(196,56,47, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(196, 72, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #3498BB is 21.61, 26.77, 51.03.
Hex8 Value of #3498BB is #3498BBFF. Decimal Value of #3498BB is 3446971 and Octal Value of #3498BB is 15114273. Binary Value of #3498BB is 110100, 10011000, 10111011 and Android of #3498BB is 4281637051 / 0xff3498bb. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #3498BB is 0.217, 0.269, 0.269 and YIQ Color Space of #3498BB is 126.09, -70.8355, -10.258. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #3498BB is 19.05, 30.55, 50.61. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #3498BB is 58.76, -17.07, -26.45. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #3498BB is 58.76, -36.54, -38.39. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #3498BB is 58.76, 31.48, 237.16. Hunter Lab variable of #3498BB is 51.74, -15.99, -22.26.

#3498BB - Boston Blue Color Image
#3498BB - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #3498BB

RGB Percentages of #3498BB

20%
59%
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 #3498BB

20.39%
42.92%
73.33%

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 #3498BB

72%
19%
0%
27%

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 #3498BB

To get 25% Saturated #3498BB Color, you need to convert the hex color #3498BB 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 #3498BB 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 #3498BB

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 #3498BB

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 #3498BB

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 #3498BB to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #3498BB to it's the darkest color.

#3498BB Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(52, 152, 187)
RGB Percent 20%, 59%, 73%
RYB 52.0, 109.45, 187.0
CMYK 72, 19, 0, 27
CMY 72, 19, 0
HSL hsl(196, 56%, 47%)
HSLA hsl(196, 56%, 47%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(196, 72, 73)
XYZ 21.61, 26.77, 51.03
Hex8 Value #3498BBFF
Decimal Value 3446971
Octal Value 15114273
Binary Value 110100,10011000,10111011
Android 4281637051 / 0xff3498bb
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(196, 56%, 47%)
xyY 0.217, 0.269, 26.772
YIQ 126.09, -70.8355, -10.258
LMS 19.05, 30.55, 50.61
CieLAB 58.76, -17.07, -26.45
CieLUV : LCHuv 58.76, -36.54, -38.39
CieLCH : LCHab 58.76, 31.48, 237.16
Hunter Lab 51.74, -15.99, -22.26
YUV 126.09, 29.96, -65.0
YDbDr 126.09, 91.65, 140.9
YCbCr 124.29, 158.19, 81.58
YCoCg 135.75, 119.5, 16.25
YPbPr 126.09, 34.37, -52.85
Munsell Color System 11555.83 228.81/218.47

#3498BB HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#3498BB as Background:

The trouble with the media is that it seems unable to distinguish between the end of the world and a bicycle accident.

George Bernard Shaw
<p style="background: #3498BB">…</p>

#3498BB as Text Color:

We do not want our world to perish. But in our quest for knowledge, century by century, we have placed all our trust in a cold, impartial intellect which only brings us nearer to destruction.

Dora Russell
<p style="color: #3498BB">…</p>

#3498BB as Text Shadow:

There are lots of things that you can brush under the carpet about yourself until you're faced with somebody whose needs won't be put off.

Angela Carter
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #3498BB">…</p>

#3498BB as Linear Gradient:

For us there is no ignorabimus, and in my opinion none whatever in natural science. In opposition to the foolish ignorabimus our slogan shall be: "We must know - we will know!"

David Hilbert
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #3498BB)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #3498BB?

RGB Value for #3498BB is rgb(52, 152, 187).

What is the RGB percentage of #3498BB?

RGB percentage for #3498BB is 20% Red 59% Green 73% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #3498BB?

CMYK Color Model of #3498BB is 72 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #3498BB?

HSL Value of #3498BB is 196°(degrees) Hue 56 Saturation 47 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #3498BB?

HSV Value of #3498BB is 196 Hue 72 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #3498BB?

XYZ Color Model of #3498BB is 21.61, 26.77, 51.03.