#408B9B Hex Color Code

#408B9B

The Hexadecimal Color #408B9B is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #408B9B RGB value is rgb(64, 139, 155). RGB Color Model of #408B9B consists of 25% red, 54% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #408B9B has 191°(degrees) Hue, 42% Saturation and 43% Lightness. #408B9B color has an wavelength of 499.74074nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #408B9B is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #408B9B is #489. The Closest Color to #408B9B is #4682B4. Official Name of #408B9B Hex Code is Smalt Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #408B9B is 59 Cyan 10 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black and #408B9B CMY is 59, 10, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #408B9B is hsl(191,42,43, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(191, 59, 61). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #408B9B is 17.26, 21.92, 34.33.
Hex8 Value of #408B9B is #408B9BFF. Decimal Value of #408B9B is 4230043 and Octal Value of #408B9B is 20105633. Binary Value of #408B9B is 1000000, 10001011, 10011011 and Android of #408B9B is 4282420123 / 0xff408b9b. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #408B9B is 0.235, 0.298, 0.298 and YIQ Color Space of #408B9B is 118.399, -49.8333, -10.8833. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #408B9B is 16.49, 25.27, 34.11. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #408B9B is 53.94, -18.33, -15.53. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #408B9B is 53.94, -30.92, -20.35. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #408B9B is 53.94, 24.02, 220.27. Hunter Lab variable of #408B9B is 46.82, -16.13, -10.7.

#408B9B - Smalt Blue Color Image
#408B9B - Smalt Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #408B9B

RGB Percentages of #408B9B

25%
54%
60%

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 #408B9B

25.1%
41.22%
60.78%

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 #408B9B

59%
10%
0%
39%

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 #408B9B

To get 25% Saturated #408B9B Color, you need to convert the hex color #408B9B 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 #408B9B 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 #408B9B

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 #408B9B

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 #408B9B

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 #408B9B to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #408B9B to it's the darkest color.

#408B9B Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(64, 139, 155)
RGB Percent 25%, 54%, 60%
RYB 64.0, 105.11, 155.0
CMYK 59, 10, 0, 39
CMY 59, 10, 0
HSL hsl(191, 42%, 43%)
HSLA hsl(191, 42%, 43%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(191, 59, 61)
XYZ 17.26, 21.92, 34.33
Hex8 Value #408B9BFF
Decimal Value 4230043
Octal Value 20105633
Binary Value 1000000,10001011,10011011
Android 4282420123 / 0xff408b9b
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(191, 42%, 43%)
xyY 0.235, 0.298, 21.92
YIQ 118.399, -49.8333, -10.8833
LMS 16.49, 25.27, 34.11
CieLAB 53.94, -18.33, -15.53
CieLUV : LCHuv 53.94, -30.92, -20.35
CieLCH : LCHab 53.94, 24.02, 220.27
Hunter Lab 46.82, -16.13, -10.7
YUV 118.399, 18.0, -47.73
YDbDr 118.399, 55.08, 103.45
YCbCr 117.68, 146.14, 93.92
YCoCg 124.25, 109.5, 14.75
YPbPr 118.4, 20.66, -38.8
Munsell Color System 11196.42 201.04/211.24

#408B9B HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#408B9B as Background:

For one human being to love another; that is perhaps the most difficult of all our tasks, the ultimate, the last test and proof, the work for which all other work is but preparation.

Rainer Maria Rilke
<p style="background: #408B9B">…</p>

#408B9B as Text Color:

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Donald Trump
<p style="color: #408B9B">…</p>

#408B9B as Text Shadow:

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Yani Tseng
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #408B9B">…</p>

#408B9B as Linear Gradient:

It's very important to have the right clothing to exercise in. If you throw on an old T-shirt or sweats, it's not inspiring for your workout.

Cheryl Tiegs
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #408B9B)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #408B9B?

RGB Value for #408B9B is rgb(64, 139, 155).

What is the RGB percentage of #408B9B?

RGB percentage for #408B9B is 25% Red 54% Green 60% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #408B9B?

CMYK Color Model of #408B9B is 59 Cyan 10 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black.

What is the HSL value of #408B9B?

HSL Value of #408B9B is 191°(degrees) Hue 42 Saturation 43 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #408B9B?

HSV Value of #408B9B is 191 Hue 59 Saturation 61 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #408B9B?

XYZ Color Model of #408B9B is 17.26, 21.92, 34.33.