#388FBD Hex Color Code

#388FBD

The Hexadecimal Color #388FBD is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #388FBD RGB value is rgb(56, 143, 189). RGB Color Model of #388FBD consists of 21% red, 56% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #388FBD has 201°(degrees) Hue, 54% Saturation and 48% Lightness. #388FBD color has an wavelength of 493.44444nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #388FBD is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #388FBD is #38B. The Closest Color to #388FBD is #4682B4. Official Name of #388FBD Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #388FBD is 70 Cyan 24 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black and #388FBD CMY is 70, 24, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #388FBD is hsl(201,54,48, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(201, 70, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #388FBD is 20.64, 24.16, 51.71.
Hex8 Value of #388FBD is #388FBDFF. Decimal Value of #388FBD is 3706813 and Octal Value of #388FBD is 16107675. Binary Value of #388FBD is 111000, 10001111, 10111101 and Android of #388FBD is 4281896893 / 0xff388fbd. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #388FBD is 0.214, 0.25, 0.25 and YIQ Color Space of #388FBD is 122.231, -66.6231, -4.0853. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #388FBD is 17.11, 26.8, 51.24. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #388FBD is 56.25, -10.88, -31.47. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #388FBD is 56.25, -32.49, -47.03. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #388FBD is 56.25, 33.3, 250.93. Hunter Lab variable of #388FBD is 49.15, -11.06, -27.97.

#388FBD - Boston Blue Color Image
#388FBD - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #388FBD

RGB Percentages of #388FBD

21%
56%
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 #388FBD

21.96%
42.59%
74.12%

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 #388FBD

70%
24%
0%
26%

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 #388FBD

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

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 #388FBD

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 #388FBD

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

#388FBD Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(56, 143, 189)
RGB Percent 21%, 56%, 74%
RYB 56.0, 108.6, 189.0
CMYK 70, 24, 0, 26
CMY 70, 24, 0
HSL hsl(201, 54%, 48%)
HSLA hsl(201, 54%, 48%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(201, 70, 74)
XYZ 20.64, 24.16, 51.71
Hex8 Value #388FBDFF
Decimal Value 3706813
Octal Value 16107675
Binary Value 111000,10001111,10111101
Android 4281896893 / 0xff388fbd
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(201, 54%, 48%)
xyY 0.214, 0.25, 24.158
YIQ 122.231, -66.6231, -4.0853
LMS 17.11, 26.8, 51.24
CieLAB 56.25, -10.88, -31.47
CieLUV : LCHuv 56.25, -32.49, -47.03
CieLCH : LCHab 56.25, 33.3, 250.93
Hunter Lab 49.15, -11.06, -27.97
YUV 122.231, 32.84, -58.11
YDbDr 122.231, 100.47, 125.95
YCbCr 120.97, 161.1, 86.5
YCoCg 132.75, 122.5, 10.25
YPbPr 122.23, 37.68, -47.24
Munsell Color System 11366.72 245.46/224.52

#388FBD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#388FBD as Background:

Friendship is genuine when two friends can enjoy each others company without speaking a word to one another.

Georg Ebers
<p style="background: #388FBD">…</p>

#388FBD as Text Color:

I would look at a dog and when our eyes met, I realized that the dog and all creatures are my family. They're like you and me.

Ziggy Marley
<p style="color: #388FBD">…</p>

#388FBD as Text Shadow:

By listening, by caring, by playing you back to yourself, friends ratify your better instincts and endorse your unique worth. Friends validate you.

Gail Sheehy
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #388FBD">…</p>

#388FBD as Linear Gradient:

Now and forever, I'll remember all the promises still unbroken and think about all the words between us that never needed to be spoken.

Carole King
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #388FBD)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #388FBD?

RGB Value for #388FBD is rgb(56, 143, 189).

What is the RGB percentage of #388FBD?

RGB percentage for #388FBD is 21% Red 56% Green 74% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #388FBD is 70 Cyan 24 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black.

What is the HSL value of #388FBD?

HSL Value of #388FBD is 201°(degrees) Hue 54 Saturation 48 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #388FBD?

HSV Value of #388FBD is 201 Hue 70 Saturation 74 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #388FBD?

XYZ Color Model of #388FBD is 20.64, 24.16, 51.71.