#388DBF Hex Color Code

#388DBF

The Hexadecimal Color #388DBF is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #388DBF RGB value is rgb(56, 141, 191). RGB Color Model of #388DBF consists of 21% red, 55% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #388DBF has 202°(degrees) Hue, 55% Saturation and 48% Lightness. #388DBF color has an wavelength of 492.81481nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #388DBF is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #388DBF is #38B. The Closest Color to #388DBF is #4682B4. Official Name of #388DBF Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #388DBF is 71 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black and #388DBF CMY is 71, 26, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #388DBF is hsl(202,55,48, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(202, 71, 75). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #388DBF is 20.56, 23.65, 52.76.
Hex8 Value of #388DBF is #388DBFFF. Decimal Value of #388DBF is 3706303 and Octal Value of #388DBF is 16106677. Binary Value of #388DBF is 111000, 10001101, 10111111 and Android of #388DBF is 4281896383 / 0xff388dbf. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #388DBF is 0.212, 0.244, 0.244 and YIQ Color Space of #388DBF is 121.285, -66.7165, -2.4175. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #388DBF is 16.66, 26.0, 52.27. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #388DBF is 55.74, -9.06, -33.41. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #388DBF is 55.74, -31.67, -50.32. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #388DBF is 55.74, 34.62, 254.83. Hunter Lab variable of #388DBF is 48.63, -9.64, -30.28.

#388DBF - Boston Blue Color Image
#388DBF - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #388DBF

RGB Percentages of #388DBF

21%
55%
74%

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 #388DBF

21.96%
42.42%
74.9%

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 #388DBF

71%
26%
0%
25%

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 #388DBF

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

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 #388DBF

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 #388DBF

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

#388DBF Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(56, 141, 191)
RGB Percent 21%, 55%, 74%
RYB 56.0, 108.16, 191.0
CMYK 71, 26, 0, 25
CMY 71, 26, 0
HSL hsl(202, 55%, 48%)
HSLA hsl(202, 55%, 48%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(202, 71, 75)
XYZ 20.56, 23.65, 52.76
Hex8 Value #388DBFFF
Decimal Value 3706303
Octal Value 16106677
Binary Value 111000,10001101,10111111
Android 4281896383 / 0xff388dbf
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(202, 55%, 48%)
xyY 0.212, 0.244, 23.65
YIQ 121.285, -66.7165, -2.4175
LMS 16.66, 26.0, 52.27
CieLAB 55.74, -9.06, -33.41
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.74, -31.67, -50.32
CieLCH : LCHab 55.74, 34.62, 254.83
Hunter Lab 48.63, -9.64, -30.28
YUV 121.285, 34.3, -57.27
YDbDr 121.285, 104.9, 124.16
YCbCr 120.16, 162.56, 87.1
YCoCg 132.25, 123.5, 8.75
YPbPr 121.28, 39.34, -46.57
Munsell Color System 11326.30 252.21/226.13

#388DBF HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#388DBF as Background:

Primeval forests! virgin sod! That Saxon has not ravish'd yet, Lo! peak on peak in stairways set- In stepping stairs that reach to God! Here we are free as sea or wind, For here are set Time's snowy tents In everlasting battlements Against the march of Saxon mind.

Joaquin Miller
<p style="background: #388DBF">…</p>

#388DBF as Text Color:

We follow and race In shifting chase, Over the boundless ocean-space! Who hath beheld when the race begun? Who shall behold it run?

Bayard Taylor
<p style="color: #388DBF">…</p>

#388DBF as Text Shadow:

With all my heart, and all my soul, I will love you till the winds don't blow. Until the oceans turn to stone, my love is yours and yours alone. My love is forever, until forever's gone.

Kenny Rogers
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #388DBF">…</p>

#388DBF as Linear Gradient:

The ocean makes its music; the wind does its dance. We hold on. At first we hold on to one another, but then it starts to feel like we are holding on to something even bigger than that. Greater.

David Levithan
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #388DBF)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #388DBF?

RGB Value for #388DBF is rgb(56, 141, 191).

What is the RGB percentage of #388DBF?

RGB percentage for #388DBF is 21% Red 55% Green 74% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #388DBF is 71 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black.

What is the HSL value of #388DBF?

HSL Value of #388DBF is 202°(degrees) Hue 55 Saturation 48 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #388DBF?

HSV Value of #388DBF is 202 Hue 71 Saturation 75 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #388DBF?

XYZ Color Model of #388DBF is 20.56, 23.65, 52.76.