#388CAE Hex Color Code

#388CAE

The Hexadecimal Color #388CAE is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #388CAE RGB value is rgb(56, 140, 174). RGB Color Model of #388CAE consists of 21% red, 54% green and 68% blue. HSL color Mode of #388CAE has 197°(degrees) Hue, 51% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #388CAE color has an wavelength of 495.96296nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #388CAE is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #388CAE is #38A. The Closest Color to #388CAE is #4682B4. Official Name of #388CAE Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #388CAE is 68 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 32 Black and #388CAE CMY is 68, 20, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #388CAE is hsl(197,51,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(197, 68, 68). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #388CAE is 18.65, 22.65, 43.43.
Hex8 Value of #388CAE is #388CAEFF. Decimal Value of #388CAE is 3706030 and Octal Value of #388CAE is 16106256. Binary Value of #388CAE is 111000, 10001100, 10101110 and Android of #388CAE is 4281896110 / 0xff388cae. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #388CAE is 0.22, 0.267, 0.267 and YIQ Color Space of #388CAE is 118.76, -60.9798, -7.1852. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #388CAE is 16.34, 25.59, 43.07. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #388CAE is 54.71, -14.24, -25.31. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #388CAE is 54.71, -32.14, -36.43. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #388CAE is 54.71, 29.04, 240.64. Hunter Lab variable of #388CAE is 47.59, -13.34, -20.79.

#388CAE - Boston Blue Color Image
#388CAE - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #388CAE

RGB Percentages of #388CAE

21%
54%
68%

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 #388CAE

21.96%
41.2%
68.24%

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 #388CAE

68%
20%
0%
32%

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 #388CAE

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

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 #388CAE

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 #388CAE

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

#388CAE Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(56, 140, 174)
RGB Percent 21%, 54%, 68%
RYB 56.0, 105.07, 174.0
CMYK 68, 20, 0, 32
CMY 68, 20, 0
HSL hsl(197, 51%, 45%)
HSLA hsl(197, 51%, 45%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(197, 68, 68)
XYZ 18.65, 22.65, 43.43
Hex8 Value #388CAEFF
Decimal Value 3706030
Octal Value 16106256
Binary Value 111000,10001100,10101110
Android 4281896110 / 0xff388cae
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(197, 51%, 45%)
xyY 0.22, 0.267, 22.651
YIQ 118.76, -60.9798, -7.1852
LMS 16.34, 25.59, 43.07
CieLAB 54.71, -14.24, -25.31
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.71, -32.14, -36.43
CieLCH : LCHab 54.71, 29.04, 240.64
Hunter Lab 47.59, -13.34, -20.79
YUV 118.76, 27.17, -55.06
YDbDr 118.76, 83.12, 119.35
YCbCr 117.99, 155.38, 88.68
YCoCg 127.5, 115.0, 12.5
YPbPr 118.76, 31.17, -44.76
Munsell Color System 11250.30 232.71/220.43

#388CAE HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#388CAE as Background:

I didn't have anybody, really, no foundation in life, so I had to make my own way. Always, from the start. I had to go out in the world and become strong, to discover my mission in life.

Tina Turner
<p style="background: #388CAE">…</p>

#388CAE as Text Color:

Success in life is founded upon attention to the small things rather than to the large things; to the every day things nearest to us rather than to the things that are remote and uncommon.

Booker T. Washington
<p style="color: #388CAE">…</p>

#388CAE as Text Shadow:

Well, yes, I've fired a lot of people. Generally I like other people to fire, because it's always a lousy task. But I have fired many people.

Donald Trump
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #388CAE">…</p>

#388CAE as Linear Gradient:

Guys who might not be superstars but because of their hustle, because of the little things they do, these are the guys who can really mean the difference between winning and losing.

Dwyane Wade
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #388CAE)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #388CAE?

RGB Value for #388CAE is rgb(56, 140, 174).

What is the RGB percentage of #388CAE?

RGB percentage for #388CAE is 21% Red 54% Green 68% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #388CAE is 68 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 32 Black.

What is the HSL value of #388CAE?

HSL Value of #388CAE is 197°(degrees) Hue 51 Saturation 45 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #388CAE?

HSV Value of #388CAE is 197 Hue 68 Saturation 68 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #388CAE?

XYZ Color Model of #388CAE is 18.65, 22.65, 43.43.