#42859D Hex Color Code

#42859D

The Hexadecimal Color #42859D is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #42859D RGB value is rgb(66, 133, 157). RGB Color Model of #42859D consists of 25% red, 52% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #42859D has 196°(degrees) Hue, 41% Saturation and 44% Lightness. #42859D color has an wavelength of 496.59259nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #42859D is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #42859D is #489. The Closest Color to #42859D is #4682B4. Official Name of #42859D Hex Code is Smalt Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #42859D is 58 Cyan 15 Magenta 0 Yellow 38 Black and #42859D CMY is 58, 15, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #42859D is hsl(196,41,44, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(196, 58, 62). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #42859D is 16.72, 20.37, 34.94.
Hex8 Value of #42859D is #42859DFF. Decimal Value of #42859D is 4359581 and Octal Value of #42859D is 20502635. Binary Value of #42859D is 1000010, 10000101, 10011101 and Android of #42859D is 4282549661 / 0xff42859d. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #42859D is 0.232, 0.283, 0.283 and YIQ Color Space of #42859D is 115.703, -47.6365, -6.7017. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #42859D is 15.33, 23.03, 34.69. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #42859D is 52.25, -14.04, -19.25. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #42859D is 52.25, -28.02, -26.56. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #42859D is 52.25, 23.83, 233.89. Hunter Lab variable of #42859D is 45.13, -12.86, -14.31.

#42859D - Smalt Blue Color Image
#42859D - Smalt Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #42859D

RGB Percentages of #42859D

25%
52%
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 #42859D

25.88%
41.02%
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 #42859D

58%
15%
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 #42859D

To get 25% Saturated #42859D Color, you need to convert the hex color #42859D 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 #42859D 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 #42859D

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 #42859D

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 #42859D

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 #42859D to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #42859D to it's the darkest color.

#42859D Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(66, 133, 157)
RGB Percent 25%, 52%, 61%
RYB 66.0, 104.59, 157.0
CMYK 58, 15, 0, 38
CMY 58, 15, 0
HSL hsl(196, 41%, 44%)
HSLA hsl(196, 41%, 44%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(196, 58, 62)
XYZ 16.72, 20.37, 34.94
Hex8 Value #42859DFF
Decimal Value 4359581
Octal Value 20502635
Binary Value 1000010,10000101,10011101
Android 4282549661 / 0xff42859d
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(196, 41%, 44%)
xyY 0.232, 0.283, 20.366
YIQ 115.703, -47.6365, -6.7017
LMS 15.33, 23.03, 34.69
CieLAB 52.25, -14.04, -19.25
CieLUV : LCHuv 52.25, -28.02, -26.56
CieLCH : LCHab 52.25, 23.83, 233.89
Hunter Lab 45.13, -12.86, -14.31
YUV 115.703, 20.31, -43.61
YDbDr 115.703, 62.14, 94.52
YCbCr 115.37, 148.47, 96.86
YCoCg 122.25, 111.5, 10.75
YPbPr 115.7, 23.31, -35.45
Munsell Color System 11057.51 210.05/218.21

#42859D HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#42859D as Background:

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Johnny Carson
<p style="background: #42859D">…</p>

#42859D as Text Color:

Your premium brand had better be delivering something special, or it's not going to get the business.

Warren Buffett
<p style="color: #42859D">…</p>

#42859D as Text Shadow:

Our duty, as men and women, is to proceed as if limits to our ability did not exist. We are collaborators in creation.

Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #42859D">…</p>

#42859D as Linear Gradient:

To know a man, observe how he wins his object, rather than how he loses it; for when we fail, our pride supports us - when we succeed, it betrays us.

Charles Caleb Colton
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #42859D)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #42859D?

RGB Value for #42859D is rgb(66, 133, 157).

What is the RGB percentage of #42859D?

RGB percentage for #42859D is 25% Red 52% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #42859D?

CMYK Color Model of #42859D is 58 Cyan 15 Magenta 0 Yellow 38 Black.

What is the HSL value of #42859D?

HSL Value of #42859D is 196°(degrees) Hue 41 Saturation 44 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #42859D?

HSV Value of #42859D is 196 Hue 58 Saturation 62 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #42859D?

XYZ Color Model of #42859D is 16.72, 20.37, 34.94.