#488BBF Hex Color Code

#488BBF

The Hexadecimal Color #488BBF is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #488BBF RGB value is rgb(72, 139, 191). RGB Color Model of #488BBF consists of 28% red, 54% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #488BBF has 206°(degrees) Hue, 48% Saturation and 52% Lightness. #488BBF color has an wavelength of 490.2963nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #488BBF is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #488BBF is #48B. The Closest Color to #488BBF is #4682B4. Official Name of #488BBF Hex Code is Steel Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #488BBF is 62 Cyan 27 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black and #488BBF CMY is 62, 27, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #488BBF is hsl(206,48,52, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(206, 62, 75). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #488BBF is 21.31, 23.6, 52.71.
Hex8 Value of #488BBF is #488BBFFF. Decimal Value of #488BBF is 4754367 and Octal Value of #488BBF is 22105677. Binary Value of #488BBF is 1001000, 10001011, 10111111 and Android of #488BBF is 4282944447 / 0xff488bbf. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #488BBF is 0.218, 0.242, 0.242 and YIQ Color Space of #488BBF is 124.895, -56.6329, 2.0119. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #488BBF is 17.19, 25.39, 52.22. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #488BBF is 55.69, -5.24, -33.44. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #488BBF is 55.69, -27.54, -50.8. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #488BBF is 55.69, 33.85, 261.09. Hunter Lab variable of #488BBF is 48.58, -6.71, -30.32.

#488BBF - Steel Blue Color Image
#488BBF - Steel Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #488BBF

RGB Percentages of #488BBF

28%
54%
74%

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 #488BBF

28.24%
45.05%
74.9%

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 #488BBF

62%
27%
0%
25%

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 #488BBF

To get 25% Saturated #488BBF Color, you need to convert the hex color #488BBF 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 #488BBF 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 #488BBF

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 #488BBF

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 #488BBF

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 #488BBF to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #488BBF to it's the darkest color.

#488BBF Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(72, 139, 191)
RGB Percent 28%, 54%, 74%
RYB 72.0, 114.87, 191.0
CMYK 62, 27, 0, 25
CMY 62, 27, 0
HSL hsl(206, 48%, 52%)
HSLA hsl(206, 48%, 52%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(206, 62, 75)
XYZ 21.31, 23.6, 52.71
Hex8 Value #488BBFFF
Decimal Value 4754367
Octal Value 22105677
Binary Value 1001000,10001011,10111111
Android 4282944447 / 0xff488bbf
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(206, 48%, 52%)
xyY 0.218, 0.242, 23.602
YIQ 124.895, -56.6329, 2.0119
LMS 17.19, 25.39, 52.22
CieLAB 55.69, -5.24, -33.44
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.69, -27.54, -50.8
CieLCH : LCHab 55.69, 33.85, 261.09
Hunter Lab 48.58, -6.71, -30.32
YUV 124.895, 32.52, -46.41
YDbDr 124.895, 99.47, 100.6
YCbCr 123.26, 160.77, 94.86
YCoCg 135.25, 131.5, 3.75
YPbPr 124.89, 37.31, -37.73
Munsell Color System 11330.80 238.90/230.29

#488BBF HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#488BBF as Background:

Like a shipwreck or a jetty, almost anything that forms a structure in the ocean, whether it is natural or artificial over time, collects life.

Sylvia Earle
<p style="background: #488BBF">…</p>

#488BBF as Text Color:

This time, instead of moving oceans and healing planets, let's get our bills in order and pay down the debt so we control our own future.

Artur Davis
<p style="color: #488BBF">…</p>

#488BBF as Text Shadow:

A mountain is composed of tiny grains of earth. The ocean is made up of tiny drops of water. Even so, life is but an endless series of little details, actions, speeches, and thoughts. And the consequences whether good or bad of even the least of them are far-reaching.

Sivananda
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #488BBF">…</p>

#488BBF as Linear Gradient:

Hostility comes from loneliness, from not seeing yourself like a drop falling into the ocean of humanity like everyone else.

Mehmet Oz
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #488BBF)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #488BBF?

RGB Value for #488BBF is rgb(72, 139, 191).

What is the RGB percentage of #488BBF?

RGB percentage for #488BBF is 28% Red 54% Green 74% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #488BBF?

CMYK Color Model of #488BBF is 62 Cyan 27 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black.

What is the HSL value of #488BBF?

HSL Value of #488BBF is 206°(degrees) Hue 48 Saturation 52 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #488BBF?

HSV Value of #488BBF is 206 Hue 62 Saturation 75 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #488BBF?

XYZ Color Model of #488BBF is 21.31, 23.6, 52.71.