#388CCC Hex Color Code

#388CCC

The Hexadecimal Color #388CCC is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #388CCC RGB value is rgb(56, 140, 204). RGB Color Model of #388CCC consists of 21% red, 54% green and 80% blue. HSL color Mode of #388CCC has 206°(degrees) Hue, 59% Saturation and 51% Lightness. #388CCC color has an wavelength of 490.2963nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #388CCC is #6699FF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #388CCC is #38C. The Closest Color to #388CCC is #4682B4. Official Name of #388CCC Hex Code is Curious Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #388CCC is 73 Cyan 31 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black and #388CCC CMY is 73, 31, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #388CCC is hsl(206,59,51, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(206, 73, 80). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #388CCC is 21.9, 23.95, 60.58.
Hex8 Value of #388CCC is #388CCCFF. Decimal Value of #388CCC is 3706060 and Octal Value of #388CCC is 16106314. Binary Value of #388CCC is 111000, 10001100, 11001100 and Android of #388CCC is 4281896140 / 0xff388ccc. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #388CCC is 0.206, 0.225, 0.225 and YIQ Color Space of #388CCC is 122.18, -70.6188, 2.1508. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #388CCC is 16.5, 25.62, 59.97. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #388CCC is 56.04, -3.98, -40.29. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #388CCC is 56.04, -30.75, -62.23. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #388CCC is 56.04, 40.49, 264.36. Hunter Lab variable of #388CCC is 48.94, -5.76, -39.14.

#388CCC - Curious Blue Color Image
#388CCC - Curious Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #388CCC

RGB Percentages of #388CCC

21%
54%
80%

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 #388CCC

21.96%
42.97%
80.0%

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 #388CCC

73%
31%
0%
20%

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 #388CCC

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

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 #388CCC

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 #388CCC

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

#388CCC Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(56, 140, 204)
RGB Percent 21%, 54%, 80%
RYB 56.0, 109.59, 204.0
CMYK 73, 31, 0, 20
CMY 73, 31, 0
HSL hsl(206, 59%, 51%)
HSLA hsl(206, 59%, 51%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(206, 73, 80)
XYZ 21.9, 23.95, 60.58
Hex8 Value #388CCCFF
Decimal Value 3706060
Octal Value 16106314
Binary Value 111000,10001100,11001100
Android 4281896140 / 0xff388ccc
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(206, 59%, 51%)
xyY 0.206, 0.225, 23.954
YIQ 122.18, -70.6188, 2.1508
LMS 16.5, 25.62, 59.97
CieLAB 56.04, -3.98, -40.29
CieLUV : LCHuv 56.04, -30.75, -62.23
CieLCH : LCHab 56.04, 40.49, 264.36
Hunter Lab 48.94, -5.76, -39.14
YUV 122.18, 40.25, -58.06
YDbDr 122.18, 123.11, 125.86
YCbCr 120.93, 168.56, 86.53
YCoCg 135.0, 130.0, 5.0
YPbPr 122.18, 46.17, -47.2
Munsell Color System 11345.56 270.29/229.74

#388CCC HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#388CCC as Background:

Let the sun stop burning, Let them tell me love's not worth going through. If it all falls apart, I will know deep in my heart, The only dream that mattered had come true ...In this life I was loved by you.

Bette Midler
<p style="background: #388CCC">…</p>

#388CCC as Text Color:

He who joyfully marches to music in rank and file has already earned my contempt. He has been given a large brain by mistake, since for him the spinal cord would suffice.

Albert Einstein
<p style="color: #388CCC">…</p>

#388CCC as Text Shadow:

Oh, rather give me commentators plain, Who with no deep researches vex the brain; Who from the dark and doubtful love to run, And hold their glimmering tapers to the sun.

George Crabbe
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #388CCC">…</p>

#388CCC as Linear Gradient:

Acquire the habit of speaking to God as if you were alone with Him, familiarly and with confidence and love, as to the dearest and most loving of friends.

Alphonsus Liguori
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #388CCC)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #388CCC?

RGB Value for #388CCC is rgb(56, 140, 204).

What is the RGB percentage of #388CCC?

RGB percentage for #388CCC is 21% Red 54% Green 80% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #388CCC is 73 Cyan 31 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black.

What is the HSL value of #388CCC?

HSL Value of #388CCC is 206°(degrees) Hue 59 Saturation 51 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #388CCC?

HSV Value of #388CCC is 206 Hue 73 Saturation 80 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #388CCC?

XYZ Color Model of #388CCC is 21.9, 23.95, 60.58.