#388DB3 Hex Color Code

#388DB3

The Hexadecimal Color #388DB3 is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #388DB3 RGB value is rgb(56, 141, 179). RGB Color Model of #388DB3 consists of 21% red, 55% green and 70% blue. HSL color Mode of #388DB3 has 199°(degrees) Hue, 52% Saturation and 46% Lightness. #388DB3 color has an wavelength of 494.7037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #388DB3 is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #388DB3 is #38B. The Closest Color to #388DB3 is #4682B4. Official Name of #388DB3 Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #388DB3 is 69 Cyan 21 Magenta 0 Yellow 30 Black and #388DB3 CMY is 69, 21, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #388DB3 is hsl(199,52,46, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(199, 69, 70). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #388DB3 is 19.29, 23.14, 46.09.
Hex8 Value of #388DB3 is #388DB3FF. Decimal Value of #388DB3 is 3706291 and Octal Value of #388DB3 is 16106663. Binary Value of #388DB3 is 111000, 10001101, 10110011 and Android of #388DB3 is 4281896371 / 0xff388db3. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #388DB3 is 0.218, 0.261, 0.261 and YIQ Color Space of #388DB3 is 119.917, -62.8609, -6.1519. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #388DB3 is 16.59, 25.99, 45.7. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #388DB3 is 55.22, -13.13, -27.38. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #388DB3 is 55.22, -32.26, -39.97. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #388DB3 is 55.22, 30.37, 244.38. Hunter Lab variable of #388DB3 is 48.1, -12.6, -23.13.

#388DB3 - Boston Blue Color Image
#388DB3 - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #388DB3

RGB Percentages of #388DB3

21%
55%
70%

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 #388DB3

21.96%
41.67%
70.2%

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 #388DB3

69%
21%
0%
30%

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 #388DB3

To get 25% Saturated #388DB3 Color, you need to convert the hex color #388DB3 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 #388DB3 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 #388DB3

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 #388DB3

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 #388DB3

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 #388DB3 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #388DB3 to it's the darkest color.

#388DB3 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(56, 141, 179)
RGB Percent 21%, 55%, 70%
RYB 56.0, 106.26, 179.0
CMYK 69, 21, 0, 30
CMY 69, 21, 0
HSL hsl(199, 52%, 46%)
HSLA hsl(199, 52%, 46%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(199, 69, 70)
XYZ 19.29, 23.14, 46.09
Hex8 Value #388DB3FF
Decimal Value 3706291
Octal Value 16106663
Binary Value 111000,10001101,10110011
Android 4281896371 / 0xff388db3
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(199, 52%, 46%)
xyY 0.218, 0.261, 23.143
YIQ 119.917, -62.8609, -6.1519
LMS 16.59, 25.99, 45.7
CieLAB 55.22, -13.13, -27.38
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.22, -32.26, -39.97
CieLCH : LCHab 55.22, 30.37, 244.38
Hunter Lab 48.1, -12.6, -23.13
YUV 119.917, 29.06, -56.08
YDbDr 119.917, 88.9, 121.55
YCbCr 118.99, 157.29, 87.95
YCoCg 129.25, 117.5, 11.75
YPbPr 119.92, 33.34, -45.59
Munsell Color System 11289.38 237.09/221.96

#388DB3 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#388DB3 as Background:

I have imbibed such a love for money that I keep some sequins in a drawer to count, and cry over them once a week.

Lord Byron
<p style="background: #388DB3">…</p>

#388DB3 as Text Color:

There is no feeling more comforting and consoling than knowing you are right next to the one you love.

Oscar Wilde
<p style="color: #388DB3">…</p>

#388DB3 as Text Shadow:

We have descended into the garden and caught three hundred slugs. How I love the mixture of the beautiful and the squalid in gardening. It makes it so lifelike.

Evelyn Underhill
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #388DB3">…</p>

#388DB3 as Linear Gradient:

Come what sorrow can, It cannot countervail the exchange of joy, That one short minute gives me in her sight

William Shakespeare
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #388DB3)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #388DB3?

RGB Value for #388DB3 is rgb(56, 141, 179).

What is the RGB percentage of #388DB3?

RGB percentage for #388DB3 is 21% Red 55% Green 70% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #388DB3?

CMYK Color Model of #388DB3 is 69 Cyan 21 Magenta 0 Yellow 30 Black.

What is the HSL value of #388DB3?

HSL Value of #388DB3 is 199°(degrees) Hue 52 Saturation 46 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #388DB3?

HSV Value of #388DB3 is 199 Hue 69 Saturation 70 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #388DB3?

XYZ Color Model of #388DB3 is 19.29, 23.14, 46.09.