#218BAE Hex Color Code

#218BAE

The Hexadecimal Color #218BAE is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #218BAE RGB value is rgb(33, 139, 174). RGB Color Model of #218BAE consists of 12% red, 54% green and 68% blue. HSL color Mode of #218BAE has 195°(degrees) Hue, 68% Saturation and 41% Lightness. #218BAE color has an wavelength of 497.22222nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #218BAE is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #218BAE is #28A. The Closest Color to #218BAE is #4682B4. Official Name of #218BAE Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #218BAE is 81 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 32 Black and #218BAE CMY is 81, 20, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #218BAE is hsl(195,68,41, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(195, 81, 68). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #218BAE is 17.5, 21.84, 43.33.
Hex8 Value of #218BAE is #218BAEFF. Decimal Value of #218BAE is 2198446 and Octal Value of #218BAE is 10305656. Binary Value of #218BAE is 100001, 10001011, 10101110 and Android of #218BAE is 4280388526 / 0xff218bae. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #218BAE is 0.212, 0.264, 0.264 and YIQ Color Space of #218BAE is 111.296, -74.4109, -11.527. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #218BAE is 15.17, 25.02, 42.96. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #218BAE is 53.86, -16.66, -26.67. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #218BAE is 53.86, -35.36, -38.24. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #218BAE is 53.86, 31.45, 238.01. Hunter Lab variable of #218BAE is 46.73, -14.94, -22.26.

#218BAE - Boston Blue Color Image
#218BAE - Boston Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #218BAE

RGB Percentages of #218BAE

12%
54%
68%

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 #218BAE

12.94%
36.67%
68.24%

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 #218BAE

81%
20%
0%
32%

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 #218BAE

To get 25% Saturated #218BAE Color, you need to convert the hex color #218BAE 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 #218BAE 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 #218BAE

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 #218BAE

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 #218BAE

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 #218BAE to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #218BAE to it's the darkest color.

#218BAE Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(33, 139, 174)
RGB Percent 12%, 54%, 68%
RYB 33.0, 93.51, 174.0
CMYK 81, 20, 0, 32
CMY 81, 20, 0
HSL hsl(195, 68%, 41%)
HSLA hsl(195, 68%, 41%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(195, 81, 68)
XYZ 17.5, 21.84, 43.33
Hex8 Value #218BAEFF
Decimal Value 2198446
Octal Value 10305656
Binary Value 100001,10001011,10101110
Android 4280388526 / 0xff218bae
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(195, 68%, 41%)
xyY 0.212, 0.264, 21.842
YIQ 111.296, -74.4109, -11.527
LMS 15.17, 25.02, 42.96
CieLAB 53.86, -16.66, -26.67
CieLUV : LCHuv 53.86, -35.36, -38.24
CieLCH : LCHab 53.86, 31.45, 238.01
Hunter Lab 46.73, -14.94, -22.26
YUV 111.296, 30.84, -68.69
YDbDr 111.296, 94.36, 148.89
YCbCr 111.58, 159.08, 78.94
YCoCg 121.25, 103.5, 17.75
YPbPr 111.3, 35.39, -55.85
Munsell Color System 11177.81 252.77/218.71

#218BAE HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#218BAE as Background:

And now here is my secret, a very simple secret; it is only with the heart that one can see rightly, what is essential is invisible to the eye.

Antoine de Saint-Exupery
<p style="background: #218BAE">…</p>

#218BAE as Text Color:

We conceal it from ourselves in vain - we must always love something. In those matters seemingly removed from love, the feeling is secretly to be found, and man cannot possibly live for a moment without it.

Blaise Pascal
<p style="color: #218BAE">…</p>

#218BAE as Text Shadow:

Watch out for intellect, because it knows so much it knows nothing and leaves you hanging upside down, mouthing knowledge as your heart falls out of your mouth.

Anne Sexton
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #218BAE">…</p>

#218BAE as Linear Gradient:

He who joyfully marches to music in rank and file has already earned my contempt. He has been given a large brain by mistake, since for him the spinal cord would suffice.

Albert Einstein
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #218BAE)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #218BAE?

RGB Value for #218BAE is rgb(33, 139, 174).

What is the RGB percentage of #218BAE?

RGB percentage for #218BAE is 12% Red 54% Green 68% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #218BAE?

CMYK Color Model of #218BAE is 81 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 32 Black.

What is the HSL value of #218BAE?

HSL Value of #218BAE is 195°(degrees) Hue 68 Saturation 41 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #218BAE?

HSV Value of #218BAE is 195 Hue 81 Saturation 68 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #218BAE?

XYZ Color Model of #218BAE is 17.5, 21.84, 43.33.