#538CBA Hex Color Code

#538CBA

The Hexadecimal Color #538CBA is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #538CBA RGB value is rgb(83, 140, 186). RGB Color Model of #538CBA consists of 32% red, 54% green and 72% blue. HSL color Mode of #538CBA has 207°(degrees) Hue, 43% Saturation and 53% Lightness. #538CBA color has an wavelength of 489.66667nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #538CBA is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #538CBA is #58B. The Closest Color to #538CBA is #4682B4. Official Name of #538CBA Hex Code is Steel Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #538CBA is 55 Cyan 25 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black and #538CBA CMY is 55, 25, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #538CBA is hsl(207,43,53, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(207, 55, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #538CBA is 21.81, 24.14, 49.95.
Hex8 Value of #538CBA is #538CBAFF. Decimal Value of #538CBA is 5475514 and Octal Value of #538CBA is 24706272. Binary Value of #538CBA is 1010011, 10001100, 10111010 and Android of #538CBA is 4283665594 / 0xff538cba. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #538CBA is 0.227, 0.252, 0.252 and YIQ Color Space of #538CBA is 128.201, -48.7461, 2.2597. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #538CBA is 18.24, 25.94, 49.51. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #538CBA is 56.23, -5.22, -29.72. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #538CBA is 56.23, -25.14, -44.82. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #538CBA is 56.23, 30.17, 260.04. Hunter Lab variable of #538CBA is 49.13, -6.75, -25.88.

#538CBA - Steel Blue Color Image
#538CBA - Steel Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #538CBA

RGB Percentages of #538CBA

32%
54%
72%

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 #538CBA

32.55%
46.94%
72.94%

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 #538CBA

55%
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 #538CBA

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

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 #538CBA

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 #538CBA

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

#538CBA Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(83, 140, 186)
RGB Percent 32%, 54%, 72%
RYB 83.0, 119.69, 186.0
CMYK 55, 25, 0, 27
CMY 55, 25, 0
HSL hsl(207, 43%, 53%)
HSLA hsl(207, 43%, 53%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(207, 55, 73)
XYZ 21.81, 24.14, 49.95
Hex8 Value #538CBAFF
Decimal Value 5475514
Octal Value 24706272
Binary Value 1010011,10001100,10111010
Android 4283665594 / 0xff538cba
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(207, 43%, 53%)
xyY 0.227, 0.252, 24.138
YIQ 128.201, -48.7461, 2.2597
LMS 18.24, 25.94, 49.51
CieLAB 56.23, -5.22, -29.72
CieLUV : LCHuv 56.23, -25.14, -44.82
CieLCH : LCHab 56.23, 30.17, 260.04
Hunter Lab 49.13, -6.75, -25.88
YUV 128.201, 28.44, -39.66
YDbDr 128.201, 86.97, 85.96
YCbCr 126.1, 156.65, 99.68
YCoCg 137.25, 134.5, 2.75
YPbPr 128.2, 32.62, -32.24
Munsell Color System 11382.56 215.10/231.29

#538CBA HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#538CBA as Background:

The one who does not honor the teacher and the one who does not honor the task, although ever so knowledgeable, they are confused.

Laozi
<p style="background: #538CBA">…</p>

#538CBA as Text Color:

Even great spirits have only their five-fingers' breadth of experience - just beyond it their thinking ceases and their endless empty space and stupidity begins.

Friedrich Nietzsche
<p style="color: #538CBA">…</p>

#538CBA as Text Shadow:

Not only do we as individuals get locked into single-minded views, but we also reinforce these views for each other until the culture itself suffers the same mindlessness.

Ellen Langer
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #538CBA">…</p>

#538CBA as Linear Gradient:

Action in war is like movement in a resistant element. Just as the simplest and most natural of movements, walking, cannot easily be performed in water, so in war, it is difficult for normal efforts to achieve even moderate results.

Carl von Clausewitz
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #538CBA)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #538CBA?

RGB Value for #538CBA is rgb(83, 140, 186).

What is the RGB percentage of #538CBA?

RGB percentage for #538CBA is 32% Red 54% Green 72% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #538CBA is 55 Cyan 25 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #538CBA?

HSL Value of #538CBA is 207°(degrees) Hue 43 Saturation 53 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #538CBA?

HSV Value of #538CBA is 207 Hue 55 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #538CBA?

XYZ Color Model of #538CBA is 21.81, 24.14, 49.95.