#488C9B Hex Color Code

#488C9B

The Hexadecimal Color #488C9B is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #488C9B RGB value is rgb(72, 140, 155). RGB Color Model of #488C9B consists of 28% red, 54% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #488C9B has 191°(degrees) Hue, 37% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #488C9B color has an wavelength of 499.74074nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #488C9B is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #488C9B is #489. The Closest Color to #488C9B is #4682B4. Official Name of #488C9B Hex Code is Smalt Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #488C9B is 54 Cyan 10 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black and #488C9B CMY is 54, 10, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #488C9B is hsl(191,37,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(191, 54, 61). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #488C9B is 17.96, 22.5, 34.4.
Hex8 Value of #488C9B is #488C9BFF. Decimal Value of #488C9B is 4754587 and Octal Value of #488C9B is 22106233. Binary Value of #488C9B is 1001000, 10001100, 10011011 and Android of #488C9B is 4282944667 / 0xff488c9b. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #488C9B is 0.24, 0.301, 0.301 and YIQ Color Space of #488C9B is 121.378, -45.3407, -9.714. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #488C9B is 17.24, 25.77, 34.19. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #488C9B is 54.55, -17.19, -14.57. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #488C9B is 54.55, -29.23, -19.04. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #488C9B is 54.55, 22.53, 220.28. Hunter Lab variable of #488C9B is 47.43, -15.42, -9.79.

#488C9B - Smalt Blue Color Image
#488C9B - Smalt Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #488C9B

RGB Percentages of #488C9B

28%
54%
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 #488C9B

28.24%
42.89%
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 #488C9B

54%
10%
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 #488C9B

To get 25% Saturated #488C9B Color, you need to convert the hex color #488C9B 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 #488C9B 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 #488C9B

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 #488C9B

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 #488C9B

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 #488C9B to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #488C9B to it's the darkest color.

#488C9B Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(72, 140, 155)
RGB Percent 28%, 54%, 60%
RYB 72.0, 109.38, 155.0
CMYK 54, 10, 0, 39
CMY 54, 10, 0
HSL hsl(191, 37%, 45%)
HSLA hsl(191, 37%, 45%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(191, 54, 61)
XYZ 17.96, 22.5, 34.4
Hex8 Value #488C9BFF
Decimal Value 4754587
Octal Value 22106233
Binary Value 1001000,10001100,10011011
Android 4282944667 / 0xff488c9b
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(191, 37%, 45%)
xyY 0.24, 0.301, 22.499
YIQ 121.378, -45.3407, -9.714
LMS 17.24, 25.77, 34.19
CieLAB 54.55, -17.19, -14.57
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.55, -29.23, -19.04
CieLCH : LCHab 54.55, 22.53, 220.28
Hunter Lab 47.43, -15.42, -9.79
YUV 121.378, 16.54, -43.32
YDbDr 121.378, 50.59, 93.9
YCbCr 120.24, 144.67, 97.06
YCoCg 126.75, 113.5, 13.25
YPbPr 121.38, 18.97, -35.22
Munsell Color System 11250.28 188.23/211.46

#488C9B HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#488C9B as Background:

When every situation which life can offer is turned to the profit of spiritual growth, no situation can really be a bad one.

Paul Brunton
<p style="background: #488C9B">…</p>

#488C9B as Text Color:

Without ambition one starts nothing. Without work one finishes nothing. The prize will not be sent to you. You have to win it.

Ralph Waldo Emerson
<p style="color: #488C9B">…</p>

#488C9B as Text Shadow:

I have always been aware that you have to get people listening before you can change their minds. Any artist's big fear is being ignored, so if you get debate, that's great.

Damien Hirst
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #488C9B">…</p>

#488C9B as Linear Gradient:

It may be true that the law cannot make a man love me, but it can keep him from lynching me, and I think that's pretty important.

Martin Luther King, Jr.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #488C9B)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #488C9B?

RGB Value for #488C9B is rgb(72, 140, 155).

What is the RGB percentage of #488C9B?

RGB percentage for #488C9B is 28% Red 54% Green 60% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #488C9B?

CMYK Color Model of #488C9B is 54 Cyan 10 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black.

What is the HSL value of #488C9B?

HSL Value of #488C9B is 191°(degrees) Hue 37 Saturation 45 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #488C9B?

HSV Value of #488C9B is 191 Hue 54 Saturation 61 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #488C9B?

XYZ Color Model of #488C9B is 17.96, 22.5, 34.4.