#488CBB Hex Color Code

#488CBB

The Hexadecimal Color #488CBB is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #488CBB RGB value is rgb(72, 140, 187). RGB Color Model of #488CBB consists of 28% red, 54% green and 73% blue. HSL color Mode of #488CBB has 205°(degrees) Hue, 46% Saturation and 51% Lightness. #488CBB color has an wavelength of 490.92593nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #488CBB is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #488CBB is #48B. The Closest Color to #488CBB is #4682B4. Official Name of #488CBB Hex Code is Steel Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #488CBB is 61 Cyan 25 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black and #488CBB CMY is 61, 25, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #488CBB is hsl(205,46,51, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(205, 61, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #488CBB is 21.02, 23.72, 50.47.
Hex8 Value of #488CBB is #488CBBFF. Decimal Value of #488CBB is 4754619 and Octal Value of #488CBB is 22106273. Binary Value of #488CBB is 1001000, 10001100, 10111011 and Android of #488CBB is 4282944699 / 0xff488cbb. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #488CBB is 0.221, 0.249, 0.249 and YIQ Color Space of #488CBB is 125.026, -55.6223, 0.2444. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #488CBB is 17.4, 25.78, 50.02. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #488CBB is 55.81, -7.14, -30.98. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #488CBB is 55.81, -28.05, -46.58. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #488CBB is 55.81, 31.79, 257.02. Hunter Lab variable of #488CBB is 48.7, -8.19, -27.35.

#488CBB - Steel Blue Color Image
#488CBB - Steel Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #488CBB

RGB Percentages of #488CBB

28%
54%
73%

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 #488CBB

28.24%
44.99%
73.33%

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 #488CBB

61%
25%
0%
27%

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 #488CBB

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

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 #488CBB

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 #488CBB

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

#488CBB Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(72, 140, 187)
RGB Percent 28%, 54%, 73%
RYB 72.0, 114.73, 187.0
CMYK 61, 25, 0, 27
CMY 61, 25, 0
HSL hsl(205, 46%, 51%)
HSLA hsl(205, 46%, 51%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(205, 61, 73)
XYZ 21.02, 23.72, 50.47
Hex8 Value #488CBBFF
Decimal Value 4754619
Octal Value 22106273
Binary Value 1001000,10001100,10111011
Android 4282944699 / 0xff488cbb
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(205, 46%, 51%)
xyY 0.221, 0.249, 23.72
YIQ 125.026, -55.6223, 0.2444
LMS 17.4, 25.78, 50.02
CieLAB 55.81, -7.14, -30.98
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.81, -28.05, -46.58
CieLCH : LCHab 55.81, 31.79, 257.02
Hunter Lab 48.7, -8.19, -27.35
YUV 125.026, 30.49, -46.52
YDbDr 125.026, 93.25, 100.84
YCbCr 123.38, 158.72, 94.78
YCoCg 134.75, 129.5, 5.25
YPbPr 125.03, 34.97, -37.82
Munsell Color System 11341.27 231.45/228.53

#488CBB HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#488CBB as Background:

If I could be anything in the world I would want to be a teardrop because I would be born in your eyes, live on your cheeks, and die on your lips.

Mary, Queen of Scots
<p style="background: #488CBB">…</p>

#488CBB as Text Color:

Time is too slow for those who wait, too swift for those who fear, too long for those who grieve, too short for those who rejoice, but for those who love, time is eternity.

Henry Van Dyke
<p style="color: #488CBB">…</p>

#488CBB as Text Shadow:

beginnings are usually scary, and endings are usually sad, but its everything in between that makes it all worth living.

Bob Marley
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #488CBB">…</p>

#488CBB as Linear Gradient:

All is love...All is love. With love comes understanding. With understanding comes patience. And then time stops. And everything is now.

Brian Weiss
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #488CBB)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #488CBB?

RGB Value for #488CBB is rgb(72, 140, 187).

What is the RGB percentage of #488CBB?

RGB percentage for #488CBB is 28% Red 54% Green 73% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #488CBB is 61 Cyan 25 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #488CBB?

HSL Value of #488CBB is 205°(degrees) Hue 46 Saturation 51 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #488CBB?

HSV Value of #488CBB is 205 Hue 61 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #488CBB?

XYZ Color Model of #488CBB is 21.02, 23.72, 50.47.