#388CAD Hex Color Code
#388CAD
The Hexadecimal Color #388CAD is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #388CAD RGB value is rgb(56, 140, 173). RGB Color Model of #388CAD consists of 21% red, 54% green and 67% blue. HSL color Mode of #388CAD has 197°(degrees) Hue, 51% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #388CAD color has an wavelength of 495.96296nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #388CAD is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #388CAD is #38A. The Closest Color to #388CAD is #4682B4. Official Name of #388CAD Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #388CAD is 68 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 32 Black and #388CAD CMY is 68, 19, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #388CAD is hsl(197,51,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(197, 68, 68). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #388CAD is 18.55, 22.61, 42.91.
Hex8 Value of #388CAD is #388CADFF. Decimal Value of #388CAD is 3706029 and Octal Value of #388CAD is 16106255. Binary Value of #388CAD is 111000, 10001100, 10101101 and Android of #388CAD is 4281896109 / 0xff388cad. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #388CAD is 0.221, 0.269, 0.269 and YIQ Color Space of #388CAD is 118.646, -60.6585, -7.4964. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #388CAD is 16.34, 25.59, 42.56. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #388CAD is 54.67, -14.58, -24.79. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #388CAD is 54.67, -32.19, -35.55. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #388CAD is 54.67, 28.76, 239.54. Hunter Lab variable of #388CAD is 47.55, -13.58, -20.22.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #388CAD
RGB Percentages of #388CAD
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 #388CAD
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 #388CAD
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 #388CAD
To get 25% Saturated #388CAD Color, you need to convert the hex color #388CAD 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 #388CAD 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 #388CAD
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 #388CAD
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 #388CAD
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 #388CAD to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #388CAD to it's the darkest color.
#388CAD Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(56, 140, 173) |
| RGB Percent | 21%, 54%, 67% |
| RYB | 56.0, 104.9, 173.0 |
| CMYK | 68, 19, 0, 32 |
| CMY | 68, 19, 0 |
| HSL | hsl(197, 51%, 45%) |
| HSLA | hsl(197, 51%, 45%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(197, 68, 68) |
| XYZ | 18.55, 22.61, 42.91 |
| Hex8 Value | #388CADFF |
| Decimal Value | 3706029 |
| Octal Value | 16106255 |
| Binary Value | 111000,10001100,10101101 |
| Android | 4281896109 / 0xff388cad |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(197, 51%, 45%) |
| xyY | 0.221, 0.269, 22.612 |
| YIQ | 118.646, -60.6585, -7.4964 |
| LMS | 16.34, 25.59, 42.56 |
| CieLAB | 54.67, -14.58, -24.79 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 54.67, -32.19, -35.55 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 54.67, 28.76, 239.54 |
| Hunter Lab | 47.55, -13.58, -20.22 |
| YUV | 118.646, 26.74, -54.96 |
| YDbDr | 118.646, 81.79, 119.13 |
| YCbCr | 117.9, 154.94, 88.75 |
| YCoCg | 127.25, 114.5, 12.75 |
| YPbPr | 118.65, 30.67, -44.68 |
| Munsell Color System | 11247.34 231.43/219.97 |
#388CAD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#388CAD 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: #388CAD">…</p>#388CAD 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: #388CAD">…</p>#388CAD 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 #388CAD">…</p>#388CAD 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, #388CAD)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #388CAD?
RGB Value for #388CAD is rgb(56, 140, 173).
What is the RGB percentage of #388CAD?
RGB percentage for #388CAD is 21% Red 54% Green 67% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #388CAD?
CMYK Color Model of #388CAD is 68 Cyan 19 Magenta 0 Yellow 32 Black.
What is the HSL value of #388CAD?
HSL Value of #388CAD is 197°(degrees) Hue 51 Saturation 45 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #388CAD?
HSV Value of #388CAD is 197 Hue 68 Saturation 68 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #388CAD?
XYZ Color Model of #388CAD is 18.55, 22.61, 42.91.