#3940BD Hex Color Code

#3940BD

The Hexadecimal Color #3940BD is a contrast shade of Dark Slate Blue. #3940BD RGB value is rgb(57, 64, 189). RGB Color Model of #3940BD consists of 22% red, 25% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #3940BD has 237°(degrees) Hue, 54% Saturation and 48% Lightness. #3940BD color has an wavelength of 470.77778nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #3940BD is #6666CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #3940BD is #34B. The Closest Color to #3940BD is #483D8B. Official Name of #3940BD Hex Code is Cerulean Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #3940BD is 70 Cyan 66 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black and #3940BD CMY is 70, 66, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #3940BD is hsl(237,54,48, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(237, 70, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #3940BD is 12.7, 8.21, 49.05.
Hex8 Value of #3940BD is #3940BDFF. Decimal Value of #3940BD is 3752125 and Octal Value of #3940BD is 16240275. Binary Value of #3940BD is 111001, 1000000, 10111101 and Android of #3940BD is 4281942205 / 0xff3940bd. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #3940BD is 0.182, 0.117, 0.117 and YIQ Color Space of #3940BD is 76.157, -44.3338, 37.4195. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #3940BD is 4.87, 5.3, 48.39. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #3940BD is 34.42, 38.31, -66.39. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #3940BD is 34.42, -8.2, -92.73. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #3940BD is 34.42, 76.65, 299.99. Hunter Lab variable of #3940BD is 28.65, 28.97, -81.44.

#3940BD - Cerulean Blue Color Image
#3940BD - Cerulean Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #3940BD

RGB Percentages of #3940BD

22%
25%
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 #3940BD

22.35%
24.96%
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 #3940BD

70%
66%
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 #3940BD

To get 25% Saturated #3940BD Color, you need to convert the hex color #3940BD 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 #3940BD 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 #3940BD

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 #3940BD

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 #3940BD

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 #3940BD to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #3940BD to it's the darkest color.

#3940BD Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(57, 64, 189)
RGB Percent 22%, 25%, 74%
RYB 57.0, 63.65, 189.0
CMYK 70, 66, 0, 26
CMY 70, 66, 0
HSL hsl(237, 54%, 48%)
HSLA hsl(237, 54%, 48%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(237, 70, 74)
XYZ 12.7, 8.21, 49.05
Hex8 Value #3940BDFF
Decimal Value 3752125
Octal Value 16240275
Binary Value 111001,1000000,10111101
Android 4281942205 / 0xff3940bd
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(237, 54%, 48%)
xyY 0.182, 0.117, 8.21
YIQ 76.157, -44.3338, 37.4195
LMS 4.87, 5.3, 48.39
CieLAB 34.42, 38.31, -66.39
CieLUV : LCHuv 34.42, -8.2, -92.73
CieLCH : LCHab 34.42, 76.65, 299.99
Hunter Lab 28.65, 28.97, -81.44
YUV 76.157, 55.53, -16.81
YDbDr 76.157, 169.77, 36.46
YCbCr 81.41, 183.94, 116.0
YCoCg 93.5, 123.0, -29.5
YPbPr 76.16, 63.68, -13.66
Munsell Color System 9142.42 491.82/245.07

#3940BD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#3940BD as Background:

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="background: #3940BD">…</p>

#3940BD as Text Color:

I am the daughter of Earth and Water, And the nursling of the Sky; I pass through the pores of the ocean and shores; I change, but I cannot die.

Percy Bysshe Shelley
<p style="color: #3940BD">…</p>

#3940BD as Text Shadow:

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="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #3940BD">…</p>

#3940BD as Linear Gradient:

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
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #3940BD)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #3940BD?

RGB Value for #3940BD is rgb(57, 64, 189).

What is the RGB percentage of #3940BD?

RGB percentage for #3940BD is 22% Red 25% Green 74% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #3940BD?

CMYK Color Model of #3940BD is 70 Cyan 66 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black.

What is the HSL value of #3940BD?

HSL Value of #3940BD is 237°(degrees) Hue 54 Saturation 48 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #3940BD?

HSV Value of #3940BD is 237 Hue 70 Saturation 74 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #3940BD?

XYZ Color Model of #3940BD is 12.7, 8.21, 49.05.