#388FBF Hex Color Code

#388FBF

The Hexadecimal Color #388FBF is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #388FBF RGB value is rgb(56, 143, 191). RGB Color Model of #388FBF consists of 21% red, 56% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #388FBF has 201°(degrees) Hue, 55% Saturation and 48% Lightness. #388FBF color has an wavelength of 493.44444nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #388FBF is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #388FBF is #38B. The Closest Color to #388FBF is #4682B4. Official Name of #388FBF Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #388FBF is 71 Cyan 25 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black and #388FBF CMY is 71, 25, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #388FBF is hsl(201,55,48, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(201, 71, 75). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #388FBF is 20.85, 24.24, 52.86.
Hex8 Value of #388FBF is #388FBFFF. Decimal Value of #388FBF is 3706815 and Octal Value of #388FBF is 16107677. Binary Value of #388FBF is 111000, 10001111, 10111111 and Android of #388FBF is 4281896895 / 0xff388fbf. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #388FBF is 0.213, 0.247, 0.247 and YIQ Color Space of #388FBF is 122.459, -67.2657, -3.4629. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #388FBF is 17.11, 26.8, 52.37. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #388FBF is 56.33, -10.21, -32.49. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #388FBF is 56.33, -32.41, -48.77. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #388FBF is 56.33, 34.06, 252.55. Hunter Lab variable of #388FBF is 49.23, -10.57, -29.19.

#388FBF - Boston Blue Color Image
#388FBF - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #388FBF

RGB Percentages of #388FBF

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 #388FBF

21.96%
42.71%
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 #388FBF

71%
25%
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 #388FBF

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

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 #388FBF

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 #388FBF

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

#388FBF Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(56, 143, 191)
RGB Percent 21%, 56%, 74%
RYB 56.0, 108.91, 191.0
CMYK 71, 25, 0, 25
CMY 71, 25, 0
HSL hsl(201, 55%, 48%)
HSLA hsl(201, 55%, 48%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(201, 71, 75)
XYZ 20.85, 24.24, 52.86
Hex8 Value #388FBFFF
Decimal Value 3706815
Octal Value 16107677
Binary Value 111000,10001111,10111111
Android 4281896895 / 0xff388fbf
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(201, 55%, 48%)
xyY 0.213, 0.247, 24.245
YIQ 122.459, -67.2657, -3.4629
LMS 17.11, 26.8, 52.37
CieLAB 56.33, -10.21, -32.49
CieLUV : LCHuv 56.33, -32.41, -48.77
CieLCH : LCHab 56.33, 34.06, 252.55
Hunter Lab 49.23, -10.57, -29.19
YUV 122.459, 33.72, -58.3
YDbDr 122.459, 103.13, 126.39
YCbCr 121.17, 161.98, 86.36
YCoCg 133.25, 123.5, 9.75
YPbPr 122.46, 38.68, -47.4
Munsell Color System 11372.82 247.91/225.16

#388FBF HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#388FBF as Background:

From birth, man carries the weight of gravity on his shoulders. He is bolted to earth. But man has only to sink beneath the surface and he is free.

Jacques Yves Cousteau
<p style="background: #388FBF">…</p>

#388FBF as Text Color:

Be quiet now and wait. It may be that the ocean one, the one we desire so to move into and become, desires us out here on land a little longer, going our sundry roads to the shore.

Rumi
<p style="color: #388FBF">…</p>

#388FBF as Text Shadow:

I'll love you till the ocean Is folded and hung up to dry And the seven stars go squawking Like geese about the sky.

W. H. Auden
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #388FBF">…</p>

#388FBF as Linear Gradient:

To me the sea is a continual miracle; The fishes that swim - the rocks - the motion of the waves - the ships, with men in them, what stranger miracles are there?

Walt Whitman
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #388FBF)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #388FBF?

RGB Value for #388FBF is rgb(56, 143, 191).

What is the RGB percentage of #388FBF?

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

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

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

What is the HSL value of #388FBF?

HSL Value of #388FBF is 201°(degrees) Hue 55 Saturation 48 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #388FBF?

HSV Value of #388FBF is 201 Hue 71 Saturation 75 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #388FBF?

XYZ Color Model of #388FBF is 20.85, 24.24, 52.86.