#538A9D Hex Color Code

#538A9D

The Hexadecimal Color #538A9D is a contrast shade of Cadet Blue. #538A9D RGB value is rgb(83, 138, 157). RGB Color Model of #538A9D consists of 32% red, 54% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #538A9D has 195°(degrees) Hue, 31% Saturation and 47% Lightness. #538A9D color has an wavelength of 497.22222nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #538A9D is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #538A9D is #589. The Closest Color to #538A9D is #5F9EA0. Official Name of #538A9D Hex Code is Smalt Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #538A9D is 47 Cyan 12 Magenta 0 Yellow 38 Black and #538A9D CMY is 47, 12, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #538A9D is hsl(195,31,47, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(195, 47, 62). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #538A9D is 18.74, 22.45, 35.24.
Hex8 Value of #538A9D is #538A9DFF. Decimal Value of #538A9D is 5474973 and Octal Value of #538A9D is 24705235. Binary Value of #538A9D is 1010011, 10001010, 10011101 and Android of #538A9D is 4283665053 / 0xff538a9d. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #538A9D is 0.245, 0.294, 0.294 and YIQ Color Space of #538A9D is 123.721, -38.8792, -5.7197. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #538A9D is 17.65, 25.14, 35.02. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #538A9D is 54.5, -12.87, -15.76. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #538A9D is 54.5, -25.02, -21.44. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #538A9D is 54.5, 20.35, 230.76. Hunter Lab variable of #538A9D is 47.38, -12.32, -10.93.

#538A9D - Smalt Blue Color Image
#538A9D - Smalt Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #538A9D

RGB Percentages of #538A9D

32%
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 #538A9D

32.55%
44.92%
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 #538A9D

47%
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 #538A9D

To get 25% Saturated #538A9D Color, you need to convert the hex color #538A9D 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 #538A9D 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 #538A9D

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 #538A9D

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 #538A9D

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 #538A9D to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #538A9D to it's the darkest color.

#538A9D Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(83, 138, 157)
RGB Percent 32%, 54%, 61%
RYB 83.0, 114.55, 157.0
CMYK 47, 12, 0, 38
CMY 47, 12, 0
HSL hsl(195, 31%, 47%)
HSLA hsl(195, 31%, 47%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(195, 47, 62)
XYZ 18.74, 22.45, 35.24
Hex8 Value #538A9DFF
Decimal Value 5474973
Octal Value 24705235
Binary Value 1010011,10001010,10011101
Android 4283665053 / 0xff538a9d
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(195, 31%, 47%)
xyY 0.245, 0.294, 22.449
YIQ 123.721, -38.8792, -5.7197
LMS 17.65, 25.14, 35.02
CieLAB 54.5, -12.87, -15.76
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.5, -25.02, -21.44
CieLCH : LCHab 54.5, 20.35, 230.76
Hunter Lab 47.38, -12.32, -10.93
YUV 123.721, 16.37, -35.73
YDbDr 123.721, 50.08, 77.44
YCbCr 122.25, 144.5, 102.49
YCoCg 129.0, 120.0, 9.0
YPbPr 123.72, 18.78, -29.04
Munsell Color System 11254.88 175.03/217.40

#538A9D HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#538A9D as Background:

The great courageous act that we must all do, is to have the courage to step out of our history and past so that we can live our dreams.

Oprah Winfrey
<p style="background: #538A9D">…</p>

#538A9D as Text Color:

A leader. . .is like a shepherd. He stays behind the flock, letting the most nimble go out ahead, whereupon the others follow, not realizing that all along they are being directed from behind.

Nelson Mandela
<p style="color: #538A9D">…</p>

#538A9D as Text Shadow:

Love the moment. Flowers grow out of dark moments. Therefore, each moment is vital. It affects the whole. Life is a succession of such moments and to live each, is to succeed.

Corita Kent
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #538A9D">…</p>

#538A9D as Linear Gradient:

Something of God... flows into us from the blue of the sky, the taste of honey, the delicious embrace of water whether cold or hot, and even from sleep itself.

C. S. Lewis
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #538A9D)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #538A9D?

RGB Value for #538A9D is rgb(83, 138, 157).

What is the RGB percentage of #538A9D?

RGB percentage for #538A9D is 32% Red 54% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #538A9D?

CMYK Color Model of #538A9D is 47 Cyan 12 Magenta 0 Yellow 38 Black.

What is the HSL value of #538A9D?

HSL Value of #538A9D is 195°(degrees) Hue 31 Saturation 47 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #538A9D?

HSV Value of #538A9D is 195 Hue 47 Saturation 62 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #538A9D?

XYZ Color Model of #538A9D is 18.74, 22.45, 35.24.