#73B8DF Hex Color Code

#73B8DF

The Hexadecimal Color #73B8DF is a contrast shade of Sky Blue. #73B8DF RGB value is rgb(115, 184, 223). RGB Color Model of #73B8DF consists of 45% red, 72% green and 87% blue. HSL color Mode of #73B8DF has 202°(degrees) Hue, 63% Saturation and 66% Lightness. #73B8DF color has an wavelength of 492.81481nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #73B8DF is #99CCFF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #73B8DF is #7BD. The Closest Color to #73B8DF is #87CEEB. Official Name of #73B8DF Hex Code is Cornflower Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #73B8DF is 48 Cyan 17 Magenta 0 Yellow 13 Black and #73B8DF CMY is 48, 17, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #73B8DF is hsl(202,63,66, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(202, 48, 87). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #73B8DF is 37.53, 43.25, 76.17.
Hex8 Value of #73B8DF is #73B8DFFF. Decimal Value of #73B8DF is 7583967 and Octal Value of #73B8DF is 34734337. Binary Value of #73B8DF is 1110011, 10111000, 11011111 and Android of #73B8DF is 4285774047 / 0xff73b8df. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #73B8DF is 0.239, 0.276, 0.276 and YIQ Color Space of #73B8DF is 167.815, -53.6478, -2.4567. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #73B8DF is 33.71, 47.48, 75.61. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #73B8DF is 71.72, -11.3, -26.29. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #73B8DF is 71.72, -31.46, -39.95. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #73B8DF is 71.72, 28.62, 246.74. Hunter Lab variable of #73B8DF is 65.76, -13.22, -22.64.

#73B8DF - Cornflower Blue Color Image
#73B8DF - Cornflower Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #73B8DF

RGB Percentages of #73B8DF

45%
72%
87%

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 #73B8DF

45.1%
61.61%
87.45%

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 #73B8DF

48%
17%
0%
13%

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 #73B8DF

To get 25% Saturated #73B8DF Color, you need to convert the hex color #73B8DF 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 #73B8DF 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 #73B8DF

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 #73B8DF

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 #73B8DF

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 #73B8DF to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #73B8DF to it's the darkest color.

#73B8DF Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(115, 184, 223)
RGB Percent 45%, 72%, 87%
RYB 115.0, 157.1, 223.0
CMYK 48, 17, 0, 13
CMY 48, 17, 0
HSL hsl(202, 63%, 66%)
HSLA hsl(202, 63%, 66%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(202, 48, 87)
XYZ 37.53, 43.25, 76.17
Hex8 Value #73B8DFFF
Decimal Value 7583967
Octal Value 34734337
Binary Value 1110011,10111000,11011111
Android 4285774047 / 0xff73b8df
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(202, 63%, 66%)
xyY 0.239, 0.276, 43.251
YIQ 167.815, -53.6478, -2.4567
LMS 33.71, 47.48, 75.61
CieLAB 71.72, -11.3, -26.29
CieLUV : LCHuv 71.72, -31.46, -39.95
CieLCH : LCHab 71.72, 28.62, 246.74
Hunter Lab 65.76, -13.22, -22.64
YUV 167.815, 27.15, -46.34
YDbDr 167.815, 83.04, 100.44
YCbCr 160.12, 155.36, 94.91
YCoCg 176.5, 169.0, 7.5
YPbPr 167.81, 31.14, -37.67
Munsell Color System 12399.57 158.90/225.06

#73B8DF HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#73B8DF as Background:

I didn't flee a dictator or swim an ocean to be an American like some do. I just thought long and hard about it.

Craig Ferguson
<p style="background: #73B8DF">…</p>

#73B8DF as Text Color:

I trust you have seen the ocean. If you have, then you have witnessed the divine. How barren the ground is in comparison! If I could count the hours I have spent staring out at it! And yet those hours never feel lost. I cannot imagine how else I could refill them were I given a second chance.

David Ebershoff
<p style="color: #73B8DF">…</p>

#73B8DF as Text Shadow:

Though they live far from the coast, they retain a great fascination and passion for the ocean. The sound of crashing waves, the smell of salt air, it affects them deeply and has inspired many of their lovliest songs. There is one that tells of this love, if you want to hear it.

Christopher Paolini
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #73B8DF">…</p>

#73B8DF as Linear Gradient:

We don't go to the ocean for anything as simple as happiness, do we? We go there to feel alive. Like life, the ocean holds chance and change, grief and terror and beauty. It promises mortality, not peace.

Eileen Wilks
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #73B8DF)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #73B8DF?

RGB Value for #73B8DF is rgb(115, 184, 223).

What is the RGB percentage of #73B8DF?

RGB percentage for #73B8DF is 45% Red 72% Green 87% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #73B8DF?

CMYK Color Model of #73B8DF is 48 Cyan 17 Magenta 0 Yellow 13 Black.

What is the HSL value of #73B8DF?

HSL Value of #73B8DF is 202°(degrees) Hue 63 Saturation 66 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #73B8DF?

HSV Value of #73B8DF is 202 Hue 48 Saturation 87 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #73B8DF?

XYZ Color Model of #73B8DF is 37.53, 43.25, 76.17.