#42BCEC Hex Color Code

#42BCEC

The Hexadecimal Color #42BCEC is a contrast shade of Medium Turquoise. #42BCEC RGB value is rgb(66, 188, 236). RGB Color Model of #42BCEC consists of 25% red, 73% green and 92% blue. HSL color Mode of #42BCEC has 197°(degrees) Hue, 82% Saturation and 59% Lightness. #42BCEC color has an wavelength of 495.96296nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #42BCEC is #66CCFF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #42BCEC is #4BE. The Closest Color to #42BCEC is #48D1CC. Official Name of #42BCEC Hex Code is Picton Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #42BCEC is 72 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 7 Black and #42BCEC CMY is 72, 20, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #42BCEC is hsl(197,82,59, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(197, 72, 93). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #42BCEC is 35.36, 43.18, 85.81.
Hex8 Value of #42BCEC is #42BCECFF. Decimal Value of #42BCEC is 4373740 and Octal Value of #42BCEC is 20536354. Binary Value of #42BCEC is 1000010, 10111100, 11101100 and Android of #42BCEC is 4282563820 / 0xff42bcec. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #42BCEC is 0.215, 0.263, 0.263 and YIQ Color Space of #42BCEC is 156.994, -88.1222, -10.8654. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #42BCEC is 30.53, 48.94, 85.08. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #42BCEC is 71.68, -18.31, -33.57. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #42BCEC is 71.68, -44.21, -51.38. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #42BCEC is 71.68, 38.24, 241.39. Hunter Lab variable of #42BCEC is 65.71, -18.94, -31.43.

#42BCEC - Picton Blue Color Image
#42BCEC - Picton Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #42BCEC

RGB Percentages of #42BCEC

25%
73%
92%

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 #42BCEC

25.88%
53.74%
92.55%

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 #42BCEC

72%
20%
0%
7%

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 #42BCEC

To get 25% Saturated #42BCEC Color, you need to convert the hex color #42BCEC 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 #42BCEC 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 #42BCEC

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 #42BCEC

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 #42BCEC

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 #42BCEC to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #42BCEC to it's the darkest color.

#42BCEC Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(66, 188, 236)
RGB Percent 25%, 73%, 92%
RYB 66.0, 137.03, 236.0
CMYK 72, 20, 0, 7
CMY 72, 20, 0
HSL hsl(197, 82%, 59%)
HSLA hsl(197, 82%, 59%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(197, 72, 93)
XYZ 35.36, 43.18, 85.81
Hex8 Value #42BCECFF
Decimal Value 4373740
Octal Value 20536354
Binary Value 1000010,10111100,11101100
Android 4282563820 / 0xff42bcec
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(197, 82%, 59%)
xyY 0.215, 0.263, 43.177
YIQ 156.994, -88.1222, -10.8654
LMS 30.53, 48.94, 85.08
CieLAB 71.68, -18.31, -33.57
CieLUV : LCHuv 71.68, -44.21, -51.38
CieLCH : LCHab 71.68, 38.24, 241.39
Hunter Lab 65.71, -18.94, -31.43
YUV 156.994, 38.86, -79.83
YDbDr 156.994, 118.88, 173.04
YCbCr 150.83, 167.17, 70.99
YCoCg 169.5, 151.0, 18.5
YPbPr 156.99, 44.59, -64.9
Munsell Color System 12371.88 207.10/219.76

#42BCEC HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#42BCEC as Background:

As people grow up, they realize it's less important to have more friends and more important to have real ones.

Lauren Conrad
<p style="background: #42BCEC">…</p>

#42BCEC as Text Color:

I said I love you and that's forever And this I promise from the heart I could not love you any better I love you just the way you are.

Billy Joel
<p style="color: #42BCEC">…</p>

#42BCEC as Text Shadow:

Drink in the beauty of friendship. In this world of constant change, we need the comfort of friendship more than ever before.

Susan Jeffers
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #42BCEC">…</p>

#42BCEC as Linear Gradient:

'Cause we are each other's angels And we meet when it is time We keep each other going And we show each other signs

Chuck Brodsky
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #42BCEC)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #42BCEC?

RGB Value for #42BCEC is rgb(66, 188, 236).

What is the RGB percentage of #42BCEC?

RGB percentage for #42BCEC is 25% Red 73% Green 92% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #42BCEC?

CMYK Color Model of #42BCEC is 72 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 7 Black.

What is the HSL value of #42BCEC?

HSL Value of #42BCEC is 197°(degrees) Hue 82 Saturation 59 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #42BCEC?

HSV Value of #42BCEC is 197 Hue 72 Saturation 93 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #42BCEC?

XYZ Color Model of #42BCEC is 35.36, 43.18, 85.81.