#388BBB Hex Color Code
#388BBB
The Hexadecimal Color #388BBB is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #388BBB RGB value is rgb(56, 139, 187). RGB Color Model of #388BBB consists of 21% red, 54% green and 73% blue. HSL color Mode of #388BBB has 202°(degrees) Hue, 54% Saturation and 48% Lightness. #388BBB color has an wavelength of 492.81481nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #388BBB is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #388BBB is #38B. The Closest Color to #388BBB is #4682B4. Official Name of #388BBB Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #388BBB is 70 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black and #388BBB CMY is 70, 26, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #388BBB is hsl(202,54,48, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(202, 70, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #388BBB is 19.83, 22.89, 50.38.
Hex8 Value of #388BBB is #388BBBFF. Decimal Value of #388BBB is 3705787 and Octal Value of #388BBB is 16105673. Binary Value of #388BBB is 111000, 10001011, 10111011 and Android of #388BBB is 4281895867 / 0xff388bbb. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #388BBB is 0.213, 0.246, 0.246 and YIQ Color Space of #388BBB is 119.655, -64.8821, -2.6169. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #388BBB is 16.18, 25.21, 49.91. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #388BBB is 54.96, -9.31, -32.35. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #388BBB is 54.96, -31.16, -48.44. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #388BBB is 54.96, 33.66, 253.94. Hunter Lab variable of #388BBB is 47.84, -9.74, -28.94.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #388BBB
RGB Percentages of #388BBB
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 #388BBB
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 #388BBB
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 #388BBB
To get 25% Saturated #388BBB Color, you need to convert the hex color #388BBB 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 #388BBB 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 #388BBB
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 #388BBB
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 #388BBB
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 #388BBB to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #388BBB to it's the darkest color.
#388BBB Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(56, 139, 187) |
| RGB Percent | 21%, 54%, 73% |
| RYB | 56.0, 106.81, 187.0 |
| CMYK | 70, 26, 0, 27 |
| CMY | 70, 26, 0 |
| HSL | hsl(202, 54%, 48%) |
| HSLA | hsl(202, 54%, 48%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(202, 70, 73) |
| XYZ | 19.83, 22.89, 50.38 |
| Hex8 Value | #388BBBFF |
| Decimal Value | 3705787 |
| Octal Value | 16105673 |
| Binary Value | 111000,10001011,10111011 |
| Android | 4281895867 / 0xff388bbb |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(202, 54%, 48%) |
| xyY | 0.213, 0.246, 22.892 |
| YIQ | 119.655, -64.8821, -2.6169 |
| LMS | 16.18, 25.21, 49.91 |
| CieLAB | 54.96, -9.31, -32.35 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 54.96, -31.16, -48.44 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 54.96, 33.66, 253.94 |
| Hunter Lab | 47.84, -9.74, -28.94 |
| YUV | 119.655, 33.13, -55.85 |
| YDbDr | 119.655, 101.33, 121.06 |
| YCbCr | 118.76, 161.38, 88.12 |
| YCoCg | 130.25, 121.5, 8.75 |
| YPbPr | 119.65, 38.01, -45.4 |
| Munsell Color System | 11266.28 251.55/225.90 |
#388BBB HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#388BBB as Background:
Lots of people want to ride with you in the limo, but what you want is someone who will take the bus with you when the limo breaks down.
<p style="background: #388BBB">…</p>#388BBB as Text Color:
Don't walk behind me; I may not lead. Don't walk in front of me; I may not follow. Just walk beside me and be my friend.
<p style="color: #388BBB">…</p>#388BBB as Text Shadow:
Of all the things which wisdom provides to make us entirely happy, much the greatest is the possession of friendship.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #388BBB">…</p>#388BBB as Linear Gradient:
I don't need a friend who changes when I change and who nods when I nod; my shadow does that much better.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #388BBB)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #388BBB?
RGB Value for #388BBB is rgb(56, 139, 187).
What is the RGB percentage of #388BBB?
RGB percentage for #388BBB is 21% Red 54% Green 73% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #388BBB?
CMYK Color Model of #388BBB is 70 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black.
What is the HSL value of #388BBB?
HSL Value of #388BBB is 202°(degrees) Hue 54 Saturation 48 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #388BBB?
HSV Value of #388BBB is 202 Hue 70 Saturation 73 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #388BBB?
XYZ Color Model of #388BBB is 19.83, 22.89, 50.38.