#538BB2 Hex Color Code

#538BB2

The Hexadecimal Color #538BB2 is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #538BB2 RGB value is rgb(83, 139, 178). RGB Color Model of #538BB2 consists of 32% red, 54% green and 69% blue. HSL color Mode of #538BB2 has 205°(degrees) Hue, 38% Saturation and 51% Lightness. #538BB2 color has an wavelength of 490.92593nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #538BB2 is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #538BB2 is #58A. The Closest Color to #538BB2 is #4682B4. Official Name of #538BB2 Hex Code is Steel Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #538BB2 is 53 Cyan 22 Magenta 0 Yellow 30 Black and #538BB2 CMY is 53, 22, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #538BB2 is hsl(205,38,51, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(205, 53, 70). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #538BB2 is 20.83, 23.52, 45.55.
Hex8 Value of #538BB2 is #538BB2FF. Decimal Value of #538BB2 is 5475250 and Octal Value of #538BB2 is 24705662. Binary Value of #538BB2 is 1010011, 10001011, 10110010 and Android of #538BB2 is 4283665330 / 0xff538bb2. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #538BB2 is 0.232, 0.262, 0.262 and YIQ Color Space of #538BB2 is 126.702, -45.9011, 0.2928. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #538BB2 is 17.97, 25.55, 45.18. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #538BB2 is 55.6, -7.18, -26.12. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #538BB2 is 55.6, -24.98, -38.69. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #538BB2 is 55.6, 27.09, 254.63. Hunter Lab variable of #538BB2 is 48.5, -8.2, -21.74.

#538BB2 - Steel Blue Color Image
#538BB2 - Steel Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #538BB2

RGB Percentages of #538BB2

32%
54%
69%

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 #538BB2

32.55%
46.37%
69.8%

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 #538BB2

53%
22%
0%
30%

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 #538BB2

To get 25% Saturated #538BB2 Color, you need to convert the hex color #538BB2 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 #538BB2 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 #538BB2

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 #538BB2

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 #538BB2

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 #538BB2 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #538BB2 to it's the darkest color.

#538BB2 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(83, 139, 178)
RGB Percent 32%, 54%, 69%
RYB 83.0, 118.23, 178.0
CMYK 53, 22, 0, 30
CMY 53, 22, 0
HSL hsl(205, 38%, 51%)
HSLA hsl(205, 38%, 51%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(205, 53, 70)
XYZ 20.83, 23.52, 45.55
Hex8 Value #538BB2FF
Decimal Value 5475250
Octal Value 24705662
Binary Value 1010011,10001011,10110010
Android 4283665330 / 0xff538bb2
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(205, 38%, 51%)
xyY 0.232, 0.262, 23.517
YIQ 126.702, -45.9011, 0.2928
LMS 17.97, 25.55, 45.18
CieLAB 55.6, -7.18, -26.12
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.6, -24.98, -38.69
CieLCH : LCHab 55.6, 27.09, 254.63
Hunter Lab 48.5, -8.2, -21.74
YUV 126.702, 25.24, -38.34
YDbDr 126.702, 77.19, 83.11
YCbCr 124.81, 153.43, 100.62
YCoCg 134.75, 130.5, 4.25
YPbPr 126.7, 28.95, -31.17
Munsell Color System 11336.57 205.07/228.96

#538BB2 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#538BB2 as Background:

We're born alone, we live alone, we die alone. Only through our love and friendship can we create the illusion for the moment that we're not alone.

Orson Welles
<p style="background: #538BB2">…</p>

#538BB2 as Text Color:

Love is that splendid triggering of human vitality the supreme activity which nature affords anyone for going out of himself toward someone else.

Jose Ortega y Gasset
<p style="color: #538BB2">…</p>

#538BB2 as Text Shadow:

When he shall die, Take him and cut him out in little stars, And he will make the face of heaven so fine That all the world will be in love with night And pay no worship to the garish sun.

William Shakespeare
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #538BB2">…</p>

#538BB2 as Linear Gradient:

Metaphors are dangerous. Love begins with a metaphor. Which is to say, love begins at the point when a woman enters her first word into our poetic memory.

Milan Kundera
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #538BB2)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #538BB2?

RGB Value for #538BB2 is rgb(83, 139, 178).

What is the RGB percentage of #538BB2?

RGB percentage for #538BB2 is 32% Red 54% Green 69% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #538BB2?

CMYK Color Model of #538BB2 is 53 Cyan 22 Magenta 0 Yellow 30 Black.

What is the HSL value of #538BB2?

HSL Value of #538BB2 is 205°(degrees) Hue 38 Saturation 51 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #538BB2?

HSV Value of #538BB2 is 205 Hue 53 Saturation 70 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #538BB2?

XYZ Color Model of #538BB2 is 20.83, 23.52, 45.55.