#538B8B Hex Color Code

#538B8B

The Hexadecimal Color #538B8B is a contrast shade of Cadet Blue. #538B8B RGB value is rgb(83, 139, 139). RGB Color Model of #538B8B consists of 32% red, 54% green and 54% blue. HSL color Mode of #538B8B has 180°(degrees) Hue, 25% Saturation and 44% Lightness. #538B8B color has an wavelength of 506.66667nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #538B8B is #669999. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #538B8B is #588. The Closest Color to #538B8B is #5F9EA0. Official Name of #538B8B Hex Code is Smalt Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #538B8B is 40 Cyan 0 Magenta 0 Yellow 45 Black and #538B8B CMY is 40, 0, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #538B8B is hsl(180,25,44, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(180, 40, 55). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #538B8B is 17.46, 22.17, 27.78.
Hex8 Value of #538B8B is #538B8BFF. Decimal Value of #538B8B is 5475211 and Octal Value of #538B8B is 24705613. Binary Value of #538B8B is 1010011, 10001011, 10001011 and Android of #538B8B is 4283665291 / 0xff538b8b. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #538B8B is 0.259, 0.329, 0.329 and YIQ Color Space of #538B8B is 122.256, -33.3704, -11.844. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #538B8B is 17.81, 25.52, 27.67. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #538B8B is 54.21, -18.38, -5.8. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #538B8B is 54.21, -25.85, -5.58. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #538B8B is 54.21, 19.27, 197.51. Hunter Lab variable of #538B8B is 47.09, -16.21, -2.02.

#538B8B - Smalt Blue Color Image
#538B8B - Smalt Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #538B8B

RGB Percentages of #538B8B

32%
54%
54%

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 #538B8B

32.55%
43.53%
54.51%

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 #538B8B

40%
0%
0%
45%

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 #538B8B

To get 25% Saturated #538B8B Color, you need to convert the hex color #538B8B 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 #538B8B 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 #538B8B

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 #538B8B

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 #538B8B

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 #538B8B to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #538B8B to it's the darkest color.

#538B8B Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(83, 139, 139)
RGB Percent 32%, 54%, 54%
RYB 83.0, 111.0, 139.0
CMYK 40, 0, 0, 45
CMY 40, 0, 0
HSL hsl(180, 25%, 44%)
HSLA hsl(180, 25%, 44%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(180, 40, 55)
XYZ 17.46, 22.17, 27.78
Hex8 Value #538B8BFF
Decimal Value 5475211
Octal Value 24705613
Binary Value 1010011,10001011,10001011
Android 4283665291 / 0xff538b8b
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(180, 25%, 44%)
xyY 0.259, 0.329, 22.167
YIQ 122.256, -33.3704, -11.844
LMS 17.81, 25.52, 27.67
CieLAB 54.21, -18.38, -5.8
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.21, -25.85, -5.58
CieLCH : LCHab 54.21, 19.27, 197.51
Hunter Lab 47.09, -16.21, -2.02
YUV 122.256, 8.23, -34.44
YDbDr 122.256, 25.2, 74.65
YCbCr 121.0, 136.3, 103.4
YCoCg 125.0, 111.0, 14.0
YPbPr 122.26, 9.45, -28.0
Munsell Color System 11233.50 153.35/197.68

#538B8B HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#538B8B as Background:

Massive progress has been made in the last five years. More progress has to be made in terms of fiscal union and banking union.

Christine Lagarde
<p style="background: #538B8B">…</p>

#538B8B as Text Color:

If we say leaders are incompetent, we are going to fuel extremist, populist, xenophobic and ultra-nationalist parties.

Jose Manuel Barroso
<p style="color: #538B8B">…</p>

#538B8B as Text Shadow:

Your resolve is unquestionable. Your character undeniable. Your history unparalleled. You've inspired us, all the way. You will again today.

Donnie Wahlberg
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #538B8B">…</p>

#538B8B as Linear Gradient:

The world obviously needs to change ... if we can't protect our innocent women and children, then we have a serious problem.

Mark Wahlberg
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #538B8B)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #538B8B?

RGB Value for #538B8B is rgb(83, 139, 139).

What is the RGB percentage of #538B8B?

RGB percentage for #538B8B is 32% Red 54% Green 54% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #538B8B?

CMYK Color Model of #538B8B is 40 Cyan 0 Magenta 0 Yellow 45 Black.

What is the HSL value of #538B8B?

HSL Value of #538B8B is 180°(degrees) Hue 25 Saturation 44 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #538B8B?

HSV Value of #538B8B is 180 Hue 40 Saturation 55 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #538B8B?

XYZ Color Model of #538B8B is 17.46, 22.17, 27.78.