#42849B Hex Color Code

#42849B

The Hexadecimal Color #42849B is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #42849B RGB value is rgb(66, 132, 155). RGB Color Model of #42849B consists of 25% red, 51% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #42849B has 196°(degrees) Hue, 40% Saturation and 43% Lightness. #42849B color has an wavelength of 496.59259nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #42849B is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #42849B is #489. The Closest Color to #42849B is #4682B4. Official Name of #42849B Hex Code is Smalt Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #42849B is 57 Cyan 15 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black and #42849B CMY is 57, 15, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #42849B is hsl(196,40,43, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(196, 57, 61). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #42849B is 16.41, 20.03, 34.0.
Hex8 Value of #42849B is #42849BFF. Decimal Value of #42849B is 4359323 and Octal Value of #42849B is 20502233. Binary Value of #42849B is 1000010, 10000100, 10011011 and Android of #42849B is 4282549403 / 0xff42849b. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #42849B is 0.233, 0.284, 0.284 and YIQ Color Space of #42849B is 114.888, -46.7193, -6.8014. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #42849B is 15.11, 22.66, 33.76. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #42849B is 51.87, -14.13, -18.67. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #42849B is 51.87, -27.73, -25.6. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #42849B is 51.87, 23.41, 232.88. Hunter Lab variable of #42849B is 44.75, -12.87, -13.71.

#42849B - Smalt Blue Color Image
#42849B - Smalt Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #42849B

RGB Percentages of #42849B

25%
51%
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 #42849B

25.88%
40.74%
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 #42849B

57%
15%
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 #42849B

To get 25% Saturated #42849B Color, you need to convert the hex color #42849B 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 #42849B 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 #42849B

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 #42849B

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 #42849B

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 #42849B to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #42849B to it's the darkest color.

#42849B Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(66, 132, 155)
RGB Percent 25%, 51%, 60%
RYB 66.0, 103.9, 155.0
CMYK 57, 15, 0, 39
CMY 57, 15, 0
HSL hsl(196, 40%, 43%)
HSLA hsl(196, 40%, 43%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(196, 57, 61)
XYZ 16.41, 20.03, 34.0
Hex8 Value #42849BFF
Decimal Value 4359323
Octal Value 20502233
Binary Value 1000010,10000100,10011011
Android 4282549403 / 0xff42849b
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(196, 40%, 43%)
xyY 0.233, 0.284, 20.026
YIQ 114.888, -46.7193, -6.8014
LMS 15.11, 22.66, 33.76
CieLAB 51.87, -14.13, -18.67
CieLUV : LCHuv 51.87, -27.73, -25.6
CieLCH : LCHab 51.87, 23.41, 232.88
Hunter Lab 44.75, -12.87, -13.71
YUV 114.888, 19.73, -42.89
YDbDr 114.888, 60.36, 92.97
YCbCr 114.67, 147.88, 97.37
YCoCg 121.25, 110.5, 10.75
YPbPr 114.89, 22.64, -34.87
Munsell Color System 11025.66 208.84/217.79

#42849B HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#42849B as Background:

The histories of the poor and the powerless are as important as those of their conquerors, their colonizers, their kings and queens.

Johnnetta B. Cole
<p style="background: #42849B">…</p>

#42849B as Text Color:

Families, friends and communities often find a source of courage rising up from within. Indeed, sadly, it seems that it is tragedy that often draws out the most and the best from the human spirit.

Queen Elizabeth II
<p style="color: #42849B">…</p>

#42849B as Text Shadow:

There is nothing more important in life than giving. Tolerance is forged when people look beyond their own desires

Nelson Mandela
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #42849B">…</p>

#42849B as Linear Gradient:

The salutory effect of surviving a heart-attack: One felt that nothing mattered beyond kindness, good manners and humour

Hugh Massingberd
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #42849B)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #42849B?

RGB Value for #42849B is rgb(66, 132, 155).

What is the RGB percentage of #42849B?

RGB percentage for #42849B is 25% Red 51% Green 60% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #42849B?

CMYK Color Model of #42849B is 57 Cyan 15 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black.

What is the HSL value of #42849B?

HSL Value of #42849B is 196°(degrees) Hue 40 Saturation 43 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #42849B?

HSV Value of #42849B is 196 Hue 57 Saturation 61 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #42849B?

XYZ Color Model of #42849B is 16.41, 20.03, 34.0.