#388AAA Hex Color Code

#388AAA

The Hexadecimal Color #388AAA is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #388AAA RGB value is rgb(56, 138, 170). RGB Color Model of #388AAA consists of 21% red, 54% green and 66% blue. HSL color Mode of #388AAA has 197°(degrees) Hue, 50% Saturation and 44% Lightness. #388AAA color has an wavelength of 495.96296nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #388AAA is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #388AAA is #38A. The Closest Color to #388AAA is #4682B4. Official Name of #388AAA Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #388AAA is 67 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 33 Black and #388AAA CMY is 67, 19, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #388AAA is hsl(197,50,44, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(197, 67, 67). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #388AAA is 17.97, 21.92, 41.31.
Hex8 Value of #388AAA is #388AAAFF. Decimal Value of #388AAA is 3705514 and Octal Value of #388AAA is 16105252. Binary Value of #388AAA is 111000, 10001010, 10101010 and Android of #388AAA is 4281895594 / 0xff388aaa. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #388AAA is 0.221, 0.27, 0.27 and YIQ Color Space of #388AAA is 117.13, -59.1454, -7.3846. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #388AAA is 15.88, 24.82, 40.98. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #388AAA is 53.94, -14.5, -24.2. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #388AAA is 53.94, -31.65, -34.52. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #388AAA is 53.94, 28.21, 239.07. Hunter Lab variable of #388AAA is 46.82, -13.42, -19.54.

#388AAA - Boston Blue Color Image
#388AAA - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #388AAA

RGB Percentages of #388AAA

21%
54%
66%

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 #388AAA

21.96%
40.66%
66.67%

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 #388AAA

67%
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 #388AAA

To get 25% Saturated #388AAA Color, you need to convert the hex color #388AAA 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 #388AAA 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 #388AAA

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 #388AAA

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 #388AAA

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 #388AAA to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #388AAA to it's the darkest color.

#388AAA Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(56, 138, 170)
RGB Percent 21%, 54%, 66%
RYB 56.0, 103.69, 170.0
CMYK 67, 19, 0, 33
CMY 67, 19, 0
HSL hsl(197, 50%, 44%)
HSLA hsl(197, 50%, 44%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(197, 67, 67)
XYZ 17.97, 21.92, 41.31
Hex8 Value #388AAAFF
Decimal Value 3705514
Octal Value 16105252
Binary Value 111000,10001010,10101010
Android 4281895594 / 0xff388aaa
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(197, 50%, 44%)
xyY 0.221, 0.27, 21.918
YIQ 117.13, -59.1454, -7.3846
LMS 15.88, 24.82, 40.98
CieLAB 53.94, -14.5, -24.2
CieLUV : LCHuv 53.94, -31.65, -34.52
CieLCH : LCHab 53.94, 28.21, 239.07
Hunter Lab 46.82, -13.42, -19.54
YUV 117.13, 26.01, -53.63
YDbDr 117.13, 79.56, 116.25
YCbCr 116.59, 154.21, 89.7
YCoCg 125.5, 113.0, 12.5
YPbPr 117.13, 29.84, -43.6
Munsell Color System 11189.14 231.47/219.86

#388AAA HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#388AAA as Background:

Of all the forces that are exerted on us over our lifetime, at least for me, love has been the most powerful of all.

Yanni
<p style="background: #388AAA">…</p>

#388AAA as Text Color:

You draw me, you hard-hearted adamant; But yet you draw not iron, for my heart Is true as steel: leave you your power to draw, And I shall have no power to follow you.

William Shakespeare
<p style="color: #388AAA">…</p>

#388AAA as Text Shadow:

Any husband who says, "My wife and I are completely equal partners," is talking about either a law firm or a hand of bridge.

Bill Cosby
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #388AAA">…</p>

#388AAA as Linear Gradient:

He believes that words can be a powerful healing tool if used with loving intention, to uplift, encourage and inspire.

John McLeod
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #388AAA)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #388AAA?

RGB Value for #388AAA is rgb(56, 138, 170).

What is the RGB percentage of #388AAA?

RGB percentage for #388AAA is 21% Red 54% Green 66% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #388AAA?

CMYK Color Model of #388AAA is 67 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 33 Black.

What is the HSL value of #388AAA?

HSL Value of #388AAA is 197°(degrees) Hue 50 Saturation 44 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #388AAA?

HSV Value of #388AAA is 197 Hue 67 Saturation 67 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #388AAA?

XYZ Color Model of #388AAA is 17.97, 21.92, 41.31.