#488A9D Hex Color Code

#488A9D

The Hexadecimal Color #488A9D is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #488A9D RGB value is rgb(72, 138, 157). RGB Color Model of #488A9D consists of 28% red, 54% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #488A9D has 193°(degrees) Hue, 37% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #488A9D color has an wavelength of 498.48148nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #488A9D is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #488A9D is #489. The Closest Color to #488A9D is #4682B4. Official Name of #488A9D Hex Code is Smalt Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #488A9D is 54 Cyan 12 Magenta 0 Yellow 38 Black and #488A9D CMY is 54, 12, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #488A9D is hsl(193,37,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(193, 54, 62). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #488A9D is 17.84, 21.99, 35.2.
Hex8 Value of #488A9D is #488A9DFF. Decimal Value of #488A9D is 4754077 and Octal Value of #488A9D is 22105235. Binary Value of #488A9D is 1001000, 10001010, 10011101 and Android of #488A9D is 4282944157 / 0xff488a9d. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #488A9D is 0.238, 0.293, 0.293 and YIQ Color Space of #488A9D is 120.432, -45.4341, -8.0462. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #488A9D is 16.8, 24.99, 34.97. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #488A9D is 54.02, -15.52, -16.55. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #488A9D is 54.02, -28.38, -22.29. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #488A9D is 54.02, 22.69, 226.84. Hunter Lab variable of #488A9D is 46.89, -14.16, -11.68.

#488A9D - Smalt Blue Color Image
#488A9D - Smalt Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #488A9D

RGB Percentages of #488A9D

28%
54%
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 #488A9D

28.24%
42.8%
61.57%

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 #488A9D

54%
12%
0%
38%

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 #488A9D

To get 25% Saturated #488A9D Color, you need to convert the hex color #488A9D 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 #488A9D 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 #488A9D

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 #488A9D

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 #488A9D

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 #488A9D to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #488A9D to it's the darkest color.

#488A9D Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(72, 138, 157)
RGB Percent 28%, 54%, 61%
RYB 72.0, 109.15, 157.0
CMYK 54, 12, 0, 38
CMY 54, 12, 0
HSL hsl(193, 37%, 45%)
HSLA hsl(193, 37%, 45%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(193, 54, 62)
XYZ 17.84, 21.99, 35.2
Hex8 Value #488A9DFF
Decimal Value 4754077
Octal Value 22105235
Binary Value 1001000,10001010,10011101
Android 4282944157 / 0xff488a9d
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(193, 37%, 45%)
xyY 0.238, 0.293, 21.987
YIQ 120.432, -45.4341, -8.0462
LMS 16.8, 24.99, 34.97
CieLAB 54.02, -15.52, -16.55
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.02, -28.38, -22.29
CieLCH : LCHab 54.02, 22.69, 226.84
Hunter Lab 46.89, -14.16, -11.68
YUV 120.432, 17.99, -42.49
YDbDr 120.432, 55.03, 92.1
YCbCr 119.43, 146.13, 97.65
YCoCg 126.25, 114.5, 11.75
YPbPr 120.43, 20.64, -34.54
Munsell Color System 11206.89 193.32/214.89

#488A9D HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#488A9D as Background:

Put yourself in a state of mind where you say to yourself, "Here is an opportunity for me to celebrate like never before, my own power, my own ability to get myself to do whatever is necessary".

Unknown
<p style="background: #488A9D">…</p>

#488A9D as Text Color:

If failure has the strength to turn your life into bitterness itself, then patience has the strength to turn your life into the sweetest joy. Do not surrender to fate after a single failure. Failure, at most, precedes success.

Sri Chinmoy
<p style="color: #488A9D">…</p>

#488A9D as Text Shadow:

There are essentially two things that will make you wise -- the books you read and the people you meet.

Jack Canfield
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #488A9D">…</p>

#488A9D as Linear Gradient:

To fly as fast as thought, to anywhere that is, you must begin by knowing that you have already arrived.

Richard Bach
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #488A9D)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #488A9D?

RGB Value for #488A9D is rgb(72, 138, 157).

What is the RGB percentage of #488A9D?

RGB percentage for #488A9D is 28% Red 54% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #488A9D?

CMYK Color Model of #488A9D is 54 Cyan 12 Magenta 0 Yellow 38 Black.

What is the HSL value of #488A9D?

HSL Value of #488A9D is 193°(degrees) Hue 37 Saturation 45 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #488A9D?

HSV Value of #488A9D is 193 Hue 54 Saturation 62 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #488A9D?

XYZ Color Model of #488A9D is 17.84, 21.99, 35.2.