#388AB9 Hex Color Code

#388AB9

The Hexadecimal Color #388AB9 is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #388AB9 RGB value is rgb(56, 138, 185). RGB Color Model of #388AB9 consists of 21% red, 54% green and 72% blue. HSL color Mode of #388AB9 has 202°(degrees) Hue, 54% Saturation and 47% Lightness. #388AB9 color has an wavelength of 492.81481nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #388AB9 is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #388AB9 is #38B. The Closest Color to #388AB9 is #4682B4. Official Name of #388AB9 Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #388AB9 is 70 Cyan 25 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black and #388AB9 CMY is 70, 25, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #388AB9 is hsl(202,54,47, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(202, 70, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #388AB9 is 19.47, 22.52, 49.21.
Hex8 Value of #388AB9 is #388AB9FF. Decimal Value of #388AB9 is 3705529 and Octal Value of #388AB9 is 16105271. Binary Value of #388AB9 is 111000, 10001010, 10111001 and Android of #388AB9 is 4281895609 / 0xff388ab9. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #388AB9 is 0.214, 0.247, 0.247 and YIQ Color Space of #388AB9 is 118.84, -63.9649, -2.7166. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #388AB9 is 15.95, 24.83, 48.76. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #388AB9 is 54.57, -9.46, -31.8. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #388AB9 is 54.57, -30.93, -47.48. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #388AB9 is 54.57, 33.18, 253.43. Hunter Lab variable of #388AB9 is 47.46, -9.81, -28.26.

#388AB9 - Boston Blue Color Image
#388AB9 - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #388AB9

RGB Percentages of #388AB9

21%
54%
72%

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 #388AB9

21.96%
41.62%
72.55%

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 #388AB9

70%
25%
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 #388AB9

To get 25% Saturated #388AB9 Color, you need to convert the hex color #388AB9 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 #388AB9 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 #388AB9

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 #388AB9

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 #388AB9

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 #388AB9 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #388AB9 to it's the darkest color.

#388AB9 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(56, 138, 185)
RGB Percent 21%, 54%, 72%
RYB 56.0, 106.13, 185.0
CMYK 70, 25, 0, 27
CMY 70, 25, 0
HSL hsl(202, 54%, 47%)
HSLA hsl(202, 54%, 47%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(202, 70, 73)
XYZ 19.47, 22.52, 49.21
Hex8 Value #388AB9FF
Decimal Value 3705529
Octal Value 16105271
Binary Value 111000,10001010,10111001
Android 4281895609 / 0xff388ab9
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(202, 54%, 47%)
xyY 0.214, 0.247, 22.518
YIQ 118.84, -63.9649, -2.7166
LMS 15.95, 24.83, 48.76
CieLAB 54.57, -9.46, -31.8
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.57, -30.93, -47.48
CieLCH : LCHab 54.57, 33.18, 253.43
Hunter Lab 47.46, -9.81, -28.26
YUV 118.84, 32.55, -55.13
YDbDr 118.84, 99.55, 119.51
YCbCr 118.06, 160.8, 88.63
YCoCg 129.25, 120.5, 8.75
YPbPr 118.84, 37.34, -44.82
Munsell Color System 11235.83 251.18/225.77

#388AB9 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#388AB9 as Background:

I have imbibed such a love for money that I keep some sequins in a drawer to count, and cry over them once a week.

Lord Byron
<p style="background: #388AB9">…</p>

#388AB9 as Text Color:

There is no feeling more comforting and consoling than knowing you are right next to the one you love.

Oscar Wilde
<p style="color: #388AB9">…</p>

#388AB9 as Text Shadow:

We have descended into the garden and caught three hundred slugs. How I love the mixture of the beautiful and the squalid in gardening. It makes it so lifelike.

Evelyn Underhill
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #388AB9">…</p>

#388AB9 as Linear Gradient:

Come what sorrow can, It cannot countervail the exchange of joy, That one short minute gives me in her sight

William Shakespeare
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #388AB9)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #388AB9?

RGB Value for #388AB9 is rgb(56, 138, 185).

What is the RGB percentage of #388AB9?

RGB percentage for #388AB9 is 21% Red 54% Green 72% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #388AB9?

CMYK Color Model of #388AB9 is 70 Cyan 25 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #388AB9?

HSL Value of #388AB9 is 202°(degrees) Hue 54 Saturation 47 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #388AB9?

HSV Value of #388AB9 is 202 Hue 70 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #388AB9?

XYZ Color Model of #388AB9 is 19.47, 22.52, 49.21.