#3B9BBD Hex Color Code

#3B9BBD

The Hexadecimal Color #3B9BBD is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #3B9BBD RGB value is rgb(59, 155, 189). RGB Color Model of #3B9BBD consists of 23% red, 60% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #3B9BBD has 196°(degrees) Hue, 52% Saturation and 49% Lightness. #3B9BBD color has an wavelength of 496.59259nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #3B9BBD is #66CCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #3B9BBD is #39B. The Closest Color to #3B9BBD is #4682B4. Official Name of #3B9BBD Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #3B9BBD is 69 Cyan 18 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black and #3B9BBD CMY is 69, 18, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #3B9BBD is hsl(196,52,49, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(196, 69, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #3B9BBD is 22.71, 28.04, 52.35.
Hex8 Value of #3B9BBD is #3B9BBDFF. Decimal Value of #3B9BBD is 3906493 and Octal Value of #3B9BBD is 16715675. Binary Value of #3B9BBD is 111011, 10011011, 10111101 and Android of #3B9BBD is 4282096573 / 0xff3b9bbd. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #3B9BBD is 0.22, 0.272, 0.272 and YIQ Color Space of #3B9BBD is 130.172, -68.1306, -9.7232. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #3B9BBD is 20.19, 31.94, 51.93. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #3B9BBD is 59.92, -17.0, -25.78. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #3B9BBD is 59.92, -36.25, -37.4. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #3B9BBD is 59.92, 30.88, 236.6. Hunter Lab variable of #3B9BBD is 52.95, -16.11, -21.55.

#3B9BBD - Boston Blue Color Image
#3B9BBD - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #3B9BBD

RGB Percentages of #3B9BBD

23%
60%
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 #3B9BBD

23.14%
44.79%
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 #3B9BBD

69%
18%
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 #3B9BBD

To get 25% Saturated #3B9BBD Color, you need to convert the hex color #3B9BBD 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 #3B9BBD 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 #3B9BBD

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 #3B9BBD

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 #3B9BBD

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 #3B9BBD to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #3B9BBD to it's the darkest color.

#3B9BBD Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(59, 155, 189)
RGB Percent 23%, 60%, 74%
RYB 59.0, 114.22, 189.0
CMYK 69, 18, 0, 26
CMY 69, 18, 0
HSL hsl(196, 52%, 49%)
HSLA hsl(196, 52%, 49%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(196, 69, 74)
XYZ 22.71, 28.04, 52.35
Hex8 Value #3B9BBDFF
Decimal Value 3906493
Octal Value 16715675
Binary Value 111011,10011011,10111101
Android 4282096573 / 0xff3b9bbd
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(196, 52%, 49%)
xyY 0.22, 0.272, 28.044
YIQ 130.172, -68.1306, -9.7232
LMS 20.19, 31.94, 51.93
CieLAB 59.92, -17.0, -25.78
CieLUV : LCHuv 59.92, -36.25, -37.4
CieLCH : LCHab 59.92, 30.88, 236.6
Hunter Lab 52.95, -16.11, -21.55
YUV 130.172, 28.94, -62.44
YDbDr 130.172, 88.52, 135.35
YCbCr 127.79, 157.16, 83.41
YCoCg 139.5, 124.0, 15.5
YPbPr 130.17, 33.2, -50.76
Munsell Color System 11641.25 220.01/218.35

#3B9BBD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#3B9BBD as Background:

I loved my 17 years with R.E.M., but I'm ready to reflect, assess and move on to a different phase of my life. The four of us will continue our close friendship, and I look forward to hearing their future efforts as the world's biggest R.E.M. fan.

Bill Berry
<p style="background: #3B9BBD">…</p>

#3B9BBD as Text Color:

The way to make a true friend is to be one. Friendship implies loyalty, esteem, cordiality, sympathy, affection, readiness to aid, to help, to stick, to fight for, if need be. ... Radiate friendship and it will return sevenfold.

B. C. Forbes
<p style="color: #3B9BBD">…</p>

#3B9BBD as Text Shadow:

I only asked my friends to be friendly and polite, I found them indifferent and censorious; The one I left to silence, the other to reproach: God send me over all such friends victorious.

Stevie Smith
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #3B9BBD">…</p>

#3B9BBD as Linear Gradient:

What is Friendship? Something deep That the heart can spend and keep: Wealth that greatens while we give, Praise that heartens us to live.

Henry Van Dyke
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #3B9BBD)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #3B9BBD?

RGB Value for #3B9BBD is rgb(59, 155, 189).

What is the RGB percentage of #3B9BBD?

RGB percentage for #3B9BBD is 23% Red 60% Green 74% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #3B9BBD?

CMYK Color Model of #3B9BBD is 69 Cyan 18 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black.

What is the HSL value of #3B9BBD?

HSL Value of #3B9BBD is 196°(degrees) Hue 52 Saturation 49 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #3B9BBD?

HSV Value of #3B9BBD is 196 Hue 69 Saturation 74 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #3B9BBD?

XYZ Color Model of #3B9BBD is 22.71, 28.04, 52.35.