#388BCD Hex Color Code
#388BCD
The Hexadecimal Color #388BCD is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #388BCD RGB value is rgb(56, 139, 205). RGB Color Model of #388BCD consists of 21% red, 54% green and 80% blue. HSL color Mode of #388BCD has 207°(degrees) Hue, 60% Saturation and 51% Lightness. #388BCD color has an wavelength of 489.66667nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #388BCD is #6699FF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #388BCD is #38C. The Closest Color to #388BCD is #4682B4. Official Name of #388BCD Hex Code is Curious Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #388BCD is 73 Cyan 32 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black and #388BCD CMY is 73, 32, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #388BCD is hsl(207,60,51, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(207, 73, 80). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #388BCD is 21.88, 23.71, 61.17.
Hex8 Value of #388BCD is #388BCDFF. Decimal Value of #388BCD is 3705805 and Octal Value of #388BCD is 16105715. Binary Value of #388BCD is 111000, 10001011, 11001101 and Android of #388BCD is 4281895885 / 0xff388bcd. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #388BCD is 0.205, 0.222, 0.222 and YIQ Color Space of #388BCD is 121.707, -70.6655, 2.9847. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #388BCD is 16.29, 25.23, 60.54. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #388BCD is 55.8, -3.03, -41.24. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #388BCD is 55.8, -30.35, -63.83. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #388BCD is 55.8, 41.35, 265.8. Hunter Lab variable of #388BCD is 48.69, -5.0, -40.4.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #388BCD
RGB Percentages of #388BCD
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 #388BCD
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 #388BCD
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 #388BCD
To get 25% Saturated #388BCD Color, you need to convert the hex color #388BCD 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 #388BCD 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 #388BCD
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 #388BCD
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 #388BCD
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 #388BCD to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #388BCD to it's the darkest color.
#388BCD Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(56, 139, 205) |
| RGB Percent | 21%, 54%, 80% |
| RYB | 56.0, 109.31, 205.0 |
| CMYK | 73, 32, 0, 20 |
| CMY | 73, 32, 0 |
| HSL | hsl(207, 60%, 51%) |
| HSLA | hsl(207, 60%, 51%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(207, 73, 80) |
| XYZ | 21.88, 23.71, 61.17 |
| Hex8 Value | #388BCDFF |
| Decimal Value | 3705805 |
| Octal Value | 16105715 |
| Binary Value | 111000,10001011,11001101 |
| Android | 4281895885 / 0xff388bcd |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(207, 60%, 51%) |
| xyY | 0.205, 0.222, 23.711 |
| YIQ | 121.707, -70.6655, 2.9847 |
| LMS | 16.29, 25.23, 60.54 |
| CieLAB | 55.8, -3.03, -41.24 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 55.8, -30.35, -63.83 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 55.8, 41.35, 265.8 |
| Hunter Lab | 48.69, -5.0, -40.4 |
| YUV | 121.707, 40.98, -57.65 |
| YDbDr | 121.707, 125.33, 124.96 |
| YCbCr | 120.52, 169.29, 86.83 |
| YCoCg | 134.75, 130.5, 4.25 |
| YPbPr | 121.71, 47.01, -46.87 |
| Munsell Color System | 11325.99 273.81/230.30 |
#388BCD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#388BCD as Background:
The sea was indistinguishable from the sky, except that the sea was slightly creased as if a cloth had wrinkles in it.
<p style="background: #388BCD">…</p>#388BCD as Text Color:
Well might the ancients make silence a god; for it is the element of all godhood, infinitude, or transcendental greatness,--at once the source and the ocean wherein all such begins and ends.
<p style="color: #388BCD">…</p>#388BCD as Text Shadow:
Nowhere on the shore is the relation of a creature to its surroundings a matter of a single cause and effect; each living thing is bound to its world by many threads, weaving the intricate design of the fabric of life.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #388BCD">…</p>#388BCD as Linear Gradient:
Our desire must be like a slow and stately ship, sailing across endless oceans, never in search of safe anchorage. Then suddenly, unexpectedly, it will find mooring for a moment.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #388BCD)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #388BCD?
RGB Value for #388BCD is rgb(56, 139, 205).
What is the RGB percentage of #388BCD?
RGB percentage for #388BCD is 21% Red 54% Green 80% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #388BCD?
CMYK Color Model of #388BCD is 73 Cyan 32 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black.
What is the HSL value of #388BCD?
HSL Value of #388BCD is 207°(degrees) Hue 60 Saturation 51 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #388BCD?
HSV Value of #388BCD is 207 Hue 73 Saturation 80 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #388BCD?
XYZ Color Model of #388BCD is 21.88, 23.71, 61.17.