#3B97BE Hex Color Code

#3B97BE

The Hexadecimal Color #3B97BE is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #3B97BE RGB value is rgb(59, 151, 190). RGB Color Model of #3B97BE consists of 23% red, 59% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #3B97BE has 198°(degrees) Hue, 53% Saturation and 49% Lightness. #3B97BE color has an wavelength of 495.33333nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #3B97BE is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #3B97BE is #39B. The Closest Color to #3B97BE is #4682B4. Official Name of #3B97BE Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #3B97BE is 69 Cyan 21 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black and #3B97BE CMY is 69, 21, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #3B97BE is hsl(198,53,49, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(198, 69, 75). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #3B97BE is 22.16, 26.78, 52.71.
Hex8 Value of #3B97BE is #3B97BEFF. Decimal Value of #3B97BE is 3905470 and Octal Value of #3B97BE is 16713676. Binary Value of #3B97BE is 111011, 10010111, 10111110 and Android of #3B97BE is 4282095550 / 0xff3b97be. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #3B97BE is 0.218, 0.263, 0.263 and YIQ Color Space of #3B97BE is 127.938, -67.3535, -7.3212. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #3B97BE is 19.18, 30.19, 52.27. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #3B97BE is 58.77, -14.55, -28.13. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #3B97BE is 58.77, -34.79, -41.42. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #3B97BE is 58.77, 31.67, 242.65. Hunter Lab variable of #3B97BE is 51.75, -14.12, -24.17.

#3B97BE - Boston Blue Color Image
#3B97BE - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #3B97BE

RGB Percentages of #3B97BE

23%
59%
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 #3B97BE

23.14%
44.33%
74.51%

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 #3B97BE

69%
21%
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 #3B97BE

To get 25% Saturated #3B97BE Color, you need to convert the hex color #3B97BE 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 #3B97BE 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 #3B97BE

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 #3B97BE

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 #3B97BE

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 #3B97BE to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #3B97BE to it's the darkest color.

#3B97BE Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(59, 151, 190)
RGB Percent 23%, 59%, 74%
RYB 59.0, 113.04, 190.0
CMYK 69, 21, 0, 25
CMY 69, 21, 0
HSL hsl(198, 53%, 49%)
HSLA hsl(198, 53%, 49%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(198, 69, 75)
XYZ 22.16, 26.78, 52.71
Hex8 Value #3B97BEFF
Decimal Value 3905470
Octal Value 16713676
Binary Value 111011,10010111,10111110
Android 4282095550 / 0xff3b97be
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(198, 53%, 49%)
xyY 0.218, 0.263, 26.778
YIQ 127.938, -67.3535, -7.3212
LMS 19.18, 30.19, 52.27
CieLAB 58.77, -14.55, -28.13
CieLUV : LCHuv 58.77, -34.79, -41.42
CieLCH : LCHab 58.77, 31.67, 242.65
Hunter Lab 51.75, -14.12, -24.17
YUV 127.938, 30.53, -60.48
YDbDr 127.938, 93.39, 131.1
YCbCr 125.88, 158.77, 84.81
YCoCg 137.75, 124.5, 13.25
YPbPr 127.94, 35.02, -49.17
Munsell Color System 11557.37 228.18/221.04

#3B97BE HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#3B97BE as Background:

My mother used to say that there are no strangers, only friends you haven't met yet. She's now in a maximum security twilight home in Australia

Barry Humphries
<p style="background: #3B97BE">…</p>

#3B97BE as Text Color:

I'd like to be the sort of friend that you have been to me. I'd like to be the help that you've been always glad to be; I'd like to mean as much to you each minute of the day, as you have meant, old friend of mine, to me along the way.

Edgar Guest
<p style="color: #3B97BE">…</p>

#3B97BE as Text Shadow:

Some people need a red carpet rolled out in front of them in order to walk forward into friendship. They can't see the tiny outstretched hands all around them, everywhere, like leaves on trees.

Miranda July
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #3B97BE">…</p>

#3B97BE as Linear Gradient:

It is difficult to say who do you the most mischief, enemies with the worst intentions, or friends with the best.

Edward Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #3B97BE)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #3B97BE?

RGB Value for #3B97BE is rgb(59, 151, 190).

What is the RGB percentage of #3B97BE?

RGB percentage for #3B97BE is 23% Red 59% Green 74% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #3B97BE?

CMYK Color Model of #3B97BE is 69 Cyan 21 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black.

What is the HSL value of #3B97BE?

HSL Value of #3B97BE is 198°(degrees) Hue 53 Saturation 49 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #3B97BE?

HSV Value of #3B97BE is 198 Hue 69 Saturation 75 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #3B97BE?

XYZ Color Model of #3B97BE is 22.16, 26.78, 52.71.