#42909C Hex Color Code

#42909C

The Hexadecimal Color #42909C is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #42909C RGB value is rgb(66, 144, 156). RGB Color Model of #42909C consists of 25% red, 56% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #42909C has 188°(degrees) Hue, 41% Saturation and 44% Lightness. #42909C color has an wavelength of 501.62963nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #42909C is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #42909C is #489. The Closest Color to #42909C is #4682B4. Official Name of #42909C Hex Code is Smalt Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #42909C is 58 Cyan 8 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black and #42909C CMY is 58, 8, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #42909C is hsl(188,41,44, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(188, 58, 61). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #42909C is 18.22, 23.5, 35.02.
Hex8 Value of #42909C is #42909CFF. Decimal Value of #42909C is 4362396 and Octal Value of #42909C is 20510234. Binary Value of #42909C is 1000010, 10010000, 10011100 and Android of #42909C is 4282552476 / 0xff42909c. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #42909C is 0.237, 0.306, 0.306 and YIQ Color Space of #42909C is 122.046, -50.3358, -12.7626. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #42909C is 17.76, 27.29, 34.81. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #42909C is 55.58, -20.25, -13.61. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #42909C is 55.58, -32.27, -17.21. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #42909C is 55.58, 24.4, 213.9. Hunter Lab variable of #42909C is 48.48, -17.75, -8.9.

#42909C - Smalt Blue Color Image
#42909C - Smalt Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #42909C

RGB Percentages of #42909C

25%
56%
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 #42909C

25.88%
42.27%
61.18%

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 #42909C

58%
8%
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 #42909C

To get 25% Saturated #42909C Color, you need to convert the hex color #42909C 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 #42909C 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 #42909C

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 #42909C

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 #42909C

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 #42909C to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #42909C to it's the darkest color.

#42909C Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(66, 144, 156)
RGB Percent 25%, 56%, 61%
RYB 66.0, 107.79, 156.0
CMYK 58, 8, 0, 39
CMY 58, 8, 0
HSL hsl(188, 41%, 44%)
HSLA hsl(188, 41%, 44%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(188, 58, 61)
XYZ 18.22, 23.5, 35.02
Hex8 Value #42909CFF
Decimal Value 4362396
Octal Value 20510234
Binary Value 1000010,10010000,10011100
Android 4282552476 / 0xff42909c
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(188, 41%, 44%)
xyY 0.237, 0.306, 23.503
YIQ 122.046, -50.3358, -12.7626
LMS 17.76, 27.29, 34.81
CieLAB 55.58, -20.25, -13.61
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.58, -32.27, -17.21
CieLCH : LCHab 55.58, 24.4, 213.9
Hunter Lab 48.48, -17.75, -8.9
YUV 122.046, 16.7, -49.17
YDbDr 122.046, 51.1, 106.58
YCbCr 120.82, 144.83, 92.88
YCoCg 127.5, 111.0, 16.5
YPbPr 122.05, 19.16, -39.98
Munsell Color System 11327.77 193.13/207.75

#42909C HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#42909C as Background:

A lot of people give up just before they're about to make it. You know you never know when that next obstacle is going to be the last one.

Chuck Norris
<p style="background: #42909C">…</p>

#42909C as Text Color:

Nothing can work me damage except myself. The harm that I sustain I carry about with me, and never am a real sufferer but by my own fault.

Bernard of Clairvaux
<p style="color: #42909C">…</p>

#42909C as Text Shadow:

When the intellect and affections are in harmony; when intellectual consciousness is calm and deep; inspiration will not be confounded with fancy.

Margaret Fuller
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #42909C">…</p>

#42909C as Linear Gradient:

What may look like a small act of courage is courage nevertheless. The important thing is to be willing to take a step forward.

Daisaku Ikeda
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #42909C)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #42909C?

RGB Value for #42909C is rgb(66, 144, 156).

What is the RGB percentage of #42909C?

RGB percentage for #42909C is 25% Red 56% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #42909C?

CMYK Color Model of #42909C is 58 Cyan 8 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black.

What is the HSL value of #42909C?

HSL Value of #42909C is 188°(degrees) Hue 41 Saturation 44 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #42909C?

HSV Value of #42909C is 188 Hue 58 Saturation 61 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #42909C?

XYZ Color Model of #42909C is 18.22, 23.5, 35.02.