#556FBE Hex Color Code

#556FBE

The Hexadecimal Color #556FBE is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #556FBE RGB value is rgb(85, 111, 190). RGB Color Model of #556FBE consists of 33% red, 43% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #556FBE has 225°(degrees) Hue, 45% Saturation and 54% Lightness. #556FBE color has an wavelength of 478.33333nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #556FBE is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #556FBE is #57B. The Closest Color to #556FBE is #4682B4. Official Name of #556FBE Hex Code is San Marino. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #556FBE is 55 Cyan 42 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black and #556FBE CMY is 55, 42, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #556FBE is hsl(225,45,54, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(225, 55, 75). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #556FBE is 18.72, 17.02, 51.0.
Hex8 Value of #556FBE is #556FBEFF. Decimal Value of #556FBE is 5599166 and Octal Value of #556FBE is 25267676. Binary Value of #556FBE is 1010101, 1101111, 10111110 and Android of #556FBE is 4283789246 / 0xff556fbe. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #556FBE is 0.216, 0.196, 0.196 and YIQ Color Space of #556FBE is 112.232, -40.8761, 19.0858. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #556FBE is 12.75, 16.03, 50.44. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #556FBE is 48.29, 13.82, -44.49. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #556FBE is 48.29, -14.11, -68.82. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #556FBE is 48.29, 46.59, 287.26. Hunter Lab variable of #556FBE is 41.26, 8.8, -44.42.

Graphic Percentage Representation of #556FBE

RGB Percentages of #556FBE

33%
43%
74%

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 #556FBE

33.33%
41.51%
74.51%

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 #556FBE

55%
42%
0%
25%

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 #556FBE

To get 25% Saturated #556FBE Color, you need to convert the hex color #556FBE 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 #556FBE 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 #556FBE

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 #556FBE

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 #556FBE

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 #556FBE to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #556FBE to it's the darkest color.

#556FBE Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(85, 111, 190)
RGB Percent 33%, 43%, 74%
RYB 85.0, 105.84, 190.0
CMYK 55, 42, 0, 25
CMY 55, 42, 0
HSL hsl(225, 45%, 54%)
HSLA hsl(225, 45%, 54%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(225, 55, 75)
XYZ 18.72, 17.02, 51.0
Hex8 Value #556FBEFF
Decimal Value 5599166
Octal Value 25267676
Binary Value 1010101,1101111,10111110
Android 4283789246 / 0xff556fbe
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(225, 45%, 54%)
xyY 0.216, 0.196, 17.016
YIQ 112.232, -40.8761, 19.0858
LMS 12.75, 16.03, 50.44
CieLAB 48.29, 13.82, -44.49
CieLUV : LCHuv 48.29, -14.11, -68.82
CieLCH : LCHab 48.29, 46.59, 287.26
Hunter Lab 41.26, 8.8, -44.42
YUV 112.232, 38.27, -23.89
YDbDr 112.232, 117.01, 51.8
YCbCr 112.39, 166.55, 110.94
YCoCg 124.25, 137.5, -13.25
YPbPr 112.23, 43.89, -19.42
Munsell Color System 10718.66 282.51/248.63

#556FBE HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#556FBE as Background:

But now Americans, they felt a sense of peace and protection because they've been separated by so many thousands of miles of ocean. And you know, the fact that it's come to the U.S. like this is so sad, and yet you know, what can you do? It's here.

Patty Hearst
<p style="background: #556FBE">…</p>

#556FBE as Text Color:

My life and the life of my family has to do with exploration, with adventure. My grandfather was the first man in the stratosphere, and my father was the first to touch the deepest point in the ocean... For me, adventure and exploration is something in the blood.

Bertrand Piccard
<p style="color: #556FBE">…</p>

#556FBE as Text Shadow:

Friendship is a mysterious and ocean-bottom thing. Who can know the outer ranges of it? Perhaps no human being has ever explored its limits.

Zora Neale Hurston
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #556FBE">…</p>

#556FBE as Linear Gradient:

Autumn comes to the sea with a fresh blaze of phosphorescence, when every wave crest is aflame. Here and there the whole surface may glow with sheets of cold fire, while below schools of fish pour through the water like molten metal.

Rachel Carson
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #556FBE)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #556FBE?

RGB Value for #556FBE is rgb(85, 111, 190).

What is the RGB percentage of #556FBE?

RGB percentage for #556FBE is 33% Red 43% Green 74% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #556FBE?

CMYK Color Model of #556FBE is 55 Cyan 42 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black.

What is the HSL value of #556FBE?

HSL Value of #556FBE is 225°(degrees) Hue 45 Saturation 54 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #556FBE?

HSV Value of #556FBE is 225 Hue 55 Saturation 75 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #556FBE?

XYZ Color Model of #556FBE is 18.72, 17.02, 51.0.