#272238 Hex Color Code

#272238

The Hexadecimal Color #272238 is a contrast shade of Dark Slate Gray. #272238 RGB value is rgb(39, 34, 56). RGB Color Model of #272238 consists of 15% red, 13% green and 21% blue. HSL color Mode of #272238 has 254°(degrees) Hue, 24% Saturation and 18% Lightness. #272238 color has an wavelength of 460.07407nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #272238 is #333366. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #272238 is #223. The Closest Color to #272238 is #2F4F4F. Official Name of #272238 Hex Code is Steel Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #272238 is 30 Cyan 39 Magenta 0 Yellow 78 Black and #272238 CMY is 30, 39, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #272238 is hsl(254,24,18, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(254, 39, 22). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #272238 is 2.12, 1.86, 3.99.
Hex8 Value of #272238 is #272238FF. Decimal Value of #272238 is 2564664 and Octal Value of #272238 is 11621070. Binary Value of #272238 is 100111, 100010, 111000 and Android of #272238 is 4280754744 / 0xff272238. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #272238 is 0.266, 0.233, 0.233 and YIQ Color Space of #272238 is 38.003, -4.0891, 7.9039. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #272238 is 1.7, 1.69, 3.96. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #272238 is 14.73, 8.27, -13.44. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #272238 is 14.73, 0.79, -13.35. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #272238 is 14.73, 15.78, 301.61. Hunter Lab variable of #272238 is 13.64, 3.88, -7.8.

#272238 - Steel Gray Color Image
#272238 - Steel Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #272238

RGB Percentages of #272238

15%
13%
21%

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 #272238

15.29%
13.33%
21.96%

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 #272238

30%
39%
0%
78%

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 #272238

To get 25% Saturated #272238 Color, you need to convert the hex color #272238 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 #272238 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 #272238

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 #272238

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 #272238

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 #272238 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #272238 to it's the darkest color.

#272238 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(39, 34, 56)
RGB Percent 15%, 13%, 21%
RYB 39.0, 34.0, 56.0
CMYK 30, 39, 0, 78
CMY 30, 39, 0
HSL hsl(254, 24%, 18%)
HSLA hsl(254, 24%, 18%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(254, 39, 22)
XYZ 2.12, 1.86, 3.99
Hex8 Value #272238FF
Decimal Value 2564664
Octal Value 11621070
Binary Value 100111,100010,111000
Android 4280754744 / 0xff272238
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(254, 24%, 18%)
xyY 0.266, 0.233, 1.861
YIQ 38.003, -4.0891, 7.9039
LMS 1.7, 1.69, 3.96
CieLAB 14.73, 8.27, -13.44
CieLUV : LCHuv 14.73, 0.79, -13.35
CieLCH : LCHab 14.73, 15.78, 301.61
Hunter Lab 13.64, 3.88, -7.8
YUV 38.003, 8.86, 0.87
YDbDr 38.003, 27.08, -1.89
YCbCr 48.64, 136.92, 128.62
YCoCg 40.75, 47.5, -6.75
YPbPr 38.0, 10.16, 0.71
Munsell Color System 5710.11 297.54/284.34

#272238 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#272238 as Background:

One can find women who have never had one love affair, but it is rare indeed to find any who have had only one.

Francois de La Rochefoucauld
<p style="background: #272238">…</p>

#272238 as Text Color:

This is the miracle that happens every time to those who really love: the more they give, the more they possess.

Rainer Maria Rilke
<p style="color: #272238">…</p>

#272238 as Text Shadow:

Absence diminishes mediocre passions and increases great ones, as the wind extinguishes candles and fans fires.

Francois de La Rochefoucauld
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #272238">…</p>

#272238 as Linear Gradient:

I love vintage shopping, I think it's really fun. And I love the feeling of finding the most amazing piece for less.

Emma Roberts
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #272238)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #272238?

RGB Value for #272238 is rgb(39, 34, 56).

What is the RGB percentage of #272238?

RGB percentage for #272238 is 15% Red 13% Green 21% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #272238?

CMYK Color Model of #272238 is 30 Cyan 39 Magenta 0 Yellow 78 Black.

What is the HSL value of #272238?

HSL Value of #272238 is 254°(degrees) Hue 24 Saturation 18 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #272238?

HSV Value of #272238 is 254 Hue 39 Saturation 22 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #272238?

XYZ Color Model of #272238 is 2.12, 1.86, 3.99.