#388CBB Hex Color Code
#388CBB
The Hexadecimal Color #388CBB is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #388CBB RGB value is rgb(56, 140, 187). RGB Color Model of #388CBB consists of 21% red, 54% green and 73% blue. HSL color Mode of #388CBB has 202°(degrees) Hue, 54% Saturation and 48% Lightness. #388CBB color has an wavelength of 492.81481nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #388CBB is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #388CBB is #38B. The Closest Color to #388CBB is #4682B4. Official Name of #388CBB Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #388CBB is 70 Cyan 25 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black and #388CBB CMY is 70, 25, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #388CBB is hsl(202,54,48, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(202, 70, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #388CBB is 19.98, 23.18, 50.43.
Hex8 Value of #388CBB is #388CBBFF. Decimal Value of #388CBB is 3706043 and Octal Value of #388CBB is 16106273. Binary Value of #388CBB is 111000, 10001100, 10111011 and Android of #388CBB is 4281896123 / 0xff388cbb. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #388CBB is 0.213, 0.248, 0.248 and YIQ Color Space of #388CBB is 120.242, -65.1567, -3.1396. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #388CBB is 16.41, 25.6, 49.97. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #388CBB is 55.26, -9.85, -31.88. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #388CBB is 55.26, -31.49, -47.67. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #388CBB is 55.26, 33.37, 252.83. Hunter Lab variable of #388CBB is 48.15, -10.18, -28.4.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #388CBB
RGB Percentages of #388CBB
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 #388CBB
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 #388CBB
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 #388CBB
To get 25% Saturated #388CBB Color, you need to convert the hex color #388CBB 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 #388CBB 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 #388CBB
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 #388CBB
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 #388CBB
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 #388CBB to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #388CBB to it's the darkest color.
#388CBB Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(56, 140, 187) |
| RGB Percent | 21%, 54%, 73% |
| RYB | 56.0, 107.18, 187.0 |
| CMYK | 70, 25, 0, 27 |
| CMY | 70, 25, 0 |
| HSL | hsl(202, 54%, 48%) |
| HSLA | hsl(202, 54%, 48%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(202, 70, 73) |
| XYZ | 19.98, 23.18, 50.43 |
| Hex8 Value | #388CBBFF |
| Decimal Value | 3706043 |
| Octal Value | 16106273 |
| Binary Value | 111000,10001100,10111011 |
| Android | 4281896123 / 0xff388cbb |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(202, 54%, 48%) |
| xyY | 0.213, 0.248, 23.183 |
| YIQ | 120.242, -65.1567, -3.1396 |
| LMS | 16.41, 25.6, 49.97 |
| CieLAB | 55.26, -9.85, -31.88 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 55.26, -31.49, -47.67 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 55.26, 33.37, 252.83 |
| Hunter Lab | 48.15, -10.18, -28.4 |
| YUV | 120.242, 32.84, -56.36 |
| YDbDr | 120.242, 100.45, 122.17 |
| YCbCr | 119.27, 161.09, 87.75 |
| YCoCg | 130.75, 121.5, 9.25 |
| YPbPr | 120.24, 37.67, -45.82 |
| Munsell Color System | 11290.10 249.37/225.40 |
#388CBB HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#388CBB as Background:
How many slams in an old screen door? Depends how loud you shut it. How many slices in a bread? Depends how thin you cut it. How much good inside a day? Depends how good you live 'em. How much love inside a friend? Depends how much you give 'em.
<p style="background: #388CBB">…</p>#388CBB as Text Color:
I want to say a little something that's long overdue, the disrespect to women has got to be through. To all the mothers and the sisters and the wives and friends, I wanna offer my love and respect till the end.
<p style="color: #388CBB">…</p>#388CBB as Text Shadow:
Some people say I have attitude - maybe I do... but I think you have to. You have to believe in yourself when no one else does - that makes you a winner right there.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #388CBB">…</p>#388CBB as Linear Gradient:
If things start happening, don't worry, don't stew, just go right along and you'll start happening too.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #388CBB)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #388CBB?
RGB Value for #388CBB is rgb(56, 140, 187).
What is the RGB percentage of #388CBB?
RGB percentage for #388CBB is 21% Red 54% Green 73% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #388CBB?
CMYK Color Model of #388CBB is 70 Cyan 25 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black.
What is the HSL value of #388CBB?
HSL Value of #388CBB is 202°(degrees) Hue 54 Saturation 48 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #388CBB?
HSV Value of #388CBB is 202 Hue 70 Saturation 73 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #388CBB?
XYZ Color Model of #388CBB is 19.98, 23.18, 50.43.