#427A9D Hex Color Code

#427A9D

The Hexadecimal Color #427A9D is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #427A9D RGB value is rgb(66, 122, 157). RGB Color Model of #427A9D consists of 25% red, 47% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #427A9D has 203°(degrees) Hue, 41% Saturation and 44% Lightness. #427A9D color has an wavelength of 492.18519nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #427A9D is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #427A9D is #479. The Closest Color to #427A9D is #4682B4. Official Name of #427A9D Hex Code is Wedgewood. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #427A9D is 58 Cyan 22 Magenta 0 Yellow 38 Black and #427A9D CMY is 58, 22, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #427A9D is hsl(203,41,44, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(203, 58, 62). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #427A9D is 15.29, 17.51, 34.47.
Hex8 Value of #427A9D is #427A9DFF. Decimal Value of #427A9D is 4356765 and Octal Value of #427A9D is 20475235. Binary Value of #427A9D is 1000010, 1111010, 10011101 and Android of #427A9D is 4282546845 / 0xff427a9d. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #427A9D is 0.227, 0.26, 0.26 and YIQ Color Space of #427A9D is 109.246, -44.6159, -0.952. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #427A9D is 13.13, 19.18, 34.18. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #427A9D is 48.9, -7.79, -24.42. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #427A9D is 48.9, -23.81, -35.03. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #427A9D is 48.9, 25.63, 252.31. Hunter Lab variable of #427A9D is 41.84, -8.01, -19.55.

#427A9D - Wedgewood Color Image
#427A9D - Wedgewood Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #427A9D

RGB Percentages of #427A9D

25%
47%
61%

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 #427A9D

25.88%
39.48%
61.57%

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 #427A9D

58%
22%
0%
38%

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 #427A9D

To get 25% Saturated #427A9D Color, you need to convert the hex color #427A9D 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 #427A9D 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 #427A9D

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 #427A9D

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 #427A9D

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 #427A9D to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #427A9D to it's the darkest color.

#427A9D Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(66, 122, 157)
RGB Percent 25%, 47%, 61%
RYB 66.0, 100.67, 157.0
CMYK 58, 22, 0, 38
CMY 58, 22, 0
HSL hsl(203, 41%, 44%)
HSLA hsl(203, 41%, 44%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(203, 58, 62)
XYZ 15.29, 17.51, 34.47
Hex8 Value #427A9DFF
Decimal Value 4356765
Octal Value 20475235
Binary Value 1000010,1111010,10011101
Android 4282546845 / 0xff427a9d
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(203, 41%, 44%)
xyY 0.227, 0.26, 17.51
YIQ 109.246, -44.6159, -0.952
LMS 13.13, 19.18, 34.18
CieLAB 48.9, -7.79, -24.42
CieLUV : LCHuv 48.9, -23.81, -35.03
CieLCH : LCHab 48.9, 25.63, 252.31
Hunter Lab 41.84, -8.01, -19.55
YUV 109.246, 23.49, -37.94
YDbDr 109.246, 71.86, 82.24
YCbCr 109.82, 151.67, 100.9
YCoCg 116.75, 111.5, 5.25
YPbPr 109.25, 26.95, -30.85
Munsell Color System 10763.84 231.40/227.30

#427A9D HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#427A9D as Background:

I would step in the way of a bullet if it were aimed at my husband. It is not self-sacrifice to die protecting that which you value: If the value is great enough, you do not care to exist without it.

Ayn Rand
<p style="background: #427A9D">…</p>

#427A9D as Text Color:

Perhaps a great love is never returned. Had it been given warmth and shelter by its counterpart in the Other, perhaps it would have been hindered from ever growing to maturity. It "gives" us nothing. But in its world of loneliness it leads us up to the summits with wide vistas - of great insights.

Dag Hammarskjold
<p style="color: #427A9D">…</p>

#427A9D as Text Shadow:

All Americans believe that they are born fishermen. For a man to admit a distaste for fishing would be like denouncing mother-love or hating moonlight.

John Steinbeck
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #427A9D">…</p>

#427A9D as Linear Gradient:

Happy bridegroom, Hesper brings All desired and timely things. All whom morning sends to roam, Hesper loves to lead them home. Home return who him behold, Child to mother, sheep to fold, Bird to nest from wandering wide: Happy bridegroom, seek your bride.

A. E. Housman
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #427A9D)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #427A9D?

RGB Value for #427A9D is rgb(66, 122, 157).

What is the RGB percentage of #427A9D?

RGB percentage for #427A9D is 25% Red 47% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #427A9D?

CMYK Color Model of #427A9D is 58 Cyan 22 Magenta 0 Yellow 38 Black.

What is the HSL value of #427A9D?

HSL Value of #427A9D is 203°(degrees) Hue 41 Saturation 44 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #427A9D?

HSV Value of #427A9D is 203 Hue 58 Saturation 62 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #427A9D?

XYZ Color Model of #427A9D is 15.29, 17.51, 34.47.