#408CB9 Hex Color Code

#408CB9

The Hexadecimal Color #408CB9 is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #408CB9 RGB value is rgb(64, 140, 185). RGB Color Model of #408CB9 consists of 25% red, 54% green and 72% blue. HSL color Mode of #408CB9 has 202°(degrees) Hue, 49% Saturation and 49% Lightness. #408CB9 color has an wavelength of 492.81481nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #408CB9 is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #408CB9 is #48B. The Closest Color to #408CB9 is #4682B4. Official Name of #408CB9 Hex Code is Steel Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #408CB9 is 65 Cyan 24 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black and #408CB9 CMY is 65, 24, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #408CB9 is hsl(202,49,49, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(202, 65, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #408CB9 is 20.25, 23.35, 49.33.
Hex8 Value of #408CB9 is #408CB9FF. Decimal Value of #408CB9 is 4230329 and Octal Value of #408CB9 is 20106271. Binary Value of #408CB9 is 1000000, 10001100, 10111001 and Android of #408CB9 is 4282420409 / 0xff408cb9. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #408CB9 is 0.218, 0.251, 0.251 and YIQ Color Space of #408CB9 is 122.406, -59.7469, -2.07. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #408CB9 is 16.86, 25.69, 48.89. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #408CB9 is 55.43, -9.26, -30.45. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #408CB9 is 55.43, -29.99, -45.43. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #408CB9 is 55.43, 31.83, 253.09. Hunter Lab variable of #408CB9 is 48.32, -9.76, -26.7.

#408CB9 - Steel Blue Color Image
#408CB9 - Steel Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #408CB9

RGB Percentages of #408CB9

25%
54%
72%

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 #408CB9

25.1%
43.4%
72.55%

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 #408CB9

65%
24%
0%
27%

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 #408CB9

To get 25% Saturated #408CB9 Color, you need to convert the hex color #408CB9 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 #408CB9 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 #408CB9

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 #408CB9

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 #408CB9

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 #408CB9 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #408CB9 to it's the darkest color.

#408CB9 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(64, 140, 185)
RGB Percent 25%, 54%, 72%
RYB 64.0, 110.68, 185.0
CMYK 65, 24, 0, 27
CMY 65, 24, 0
HSL hsl(202, 49%, 49%)
HSLA hsl(202, 49%, 49%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(202, 65, 73)
XYZ 20.25, 23.35, 49.33
Hex8 Value #408CB9FF
Decimal Value 4230329
Octal Value 20106271
Binary Value 1000000,10001100,10111001
Android 4282420409 / 0xff408cb9
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(202, 49%, 49%)
xyY 0.218, 0.251, 23.347
YIQ 122.406, -59.7469, -2.07
LMS 16.86, 25.69, 48.89
CieLAB 55.43, -9.26, -30.45
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.43, -29.99, -45.43
CieLCH : LCHab 55.43, 31.83, 253.09
Hunter Lab 48.32, -9.76, -26.7
YUV 122.406, 30.79, -51.24
YDbDr 122.406, 94.18, 111.07
YCbCr 121.13, 159.03, 91.41
YCoCg 132.25, 124.5, 7.75
YPbPr 122.41, 35.32, -41.66
Munsell Color System 11307.52 238.39/226.12

#408CB9 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#408CB9 as Background:

I didn't flee a dictator or swim an ocean to be an American like some do. I just thought long and hard about it.

Craig Ferguson
<p style="background: #408CB9">…</p>

#408CB9 as Text Color:

I trust you have seen the ocean. If you have, then you have witnessed the divine. How barren the ground is in comparison! If I could count the hours I have spent staring out at it! And yet those hours never feel lost. I cannot imagine how else I could refill them were I given a second chance.

David Ebershoff
<p style="color: #408CB9">…</p>

#408CB9 as Text Shadow:

Though they live far from the coast, they retain a great fascination and passion for the ocean. The sound of crashing waves, the smell of salt air, it affects them deeply and has inspired many of their lovliest songs. There is one that tells of this love, if you want to hear it.

Christopher Paolini
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #408CB9">…</p>

#408CB9 as Linear Gradient:

We don't go to the ocean for anything as simple as happiness, do we? We go there to feel alive. Like life, the ocean holds chance and change, grief and terror and beauty. It promises mortality, not peace.

Eileen Wilks
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #408CB9)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #408CB9?

RGB Value for #408CB9 is rgb(64, 140, 185).

What is the RGB percentage of #408CB9?

RGB percentage for #408CB9 is 25% Red 54% Green 72% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #408CB9?

CMYK Color Model of #408CB9 is 65 Cyan 24 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #408CB9?

HSL Value of #408CB9 is 202°(degrees) Hue 49 Saturation 49 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #408CB9?

HSV Value of #408CB9 is 202 Hue 65 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #408CB9?

XYZ Color Model of #408CB9 is 20.25, 23.35, 49.33.