1. aqua-blues
2. neutral-vibrants
3. Methyl Blue

Color Methyl Blue aqua-blue (#0074a8):
HEX, RGB color codes for HTML and CSS

The Comprehensive Guide to Methyl Blue aqua-blue (#0074a8):
Its Meaning and Harmonious Color Matches in Design.

Hue Family:
aqua-blues

aqua-blues Family:
neutral-vibrant

Saturation:
highly saturated

Tones:
colorful tone

Shade:
medium

Temperature:
cool

Chromaticity:
chromatic

Chroma:
high chroma

Color Information about Methyl Blue / #0074a8

The HTML HEX code is #0074a8. The corresponding color name is "Methyl Blue". In RGB values (additive color space used for Digital Displays), this HEX code translates to Red (R): 0%, Green (G): 116%, Blue (B): 168%. In the CMYK color model (subtractive color model used in printing), it is represented by Cyan (C): 100%, Magenta (M): 31%, Yellow (Y):0%, Black (K): 34%. In the HSL color space, #0074a8 has a hue of 199°, saturation of 100%, and lightness of 33%. The HSV representation is 199° for hue, 100% for saturation, and 66% for value.

In the CIE-LAB color space, the color is denoted by L* (lightness) = 46, a* (green to red) = -8, and b* (blue to yellow) = -35. The XYZ representation is X: 13, Y: 15, Z: 39. In the YUV color space, it translates to Y (luminance) = 0.3421, U (chrominance) = 0.1558, and V (chrominance) = -0.3002.

The decimal value of the color is 29864. The closest Web-safe HEX code is #006699. Variations of the colour are #0FB3FF for a 20% lighter version and #002D42 for a 20% darker version.

For the color with hex value #0074a8, the correlated color temperature (CT) is estimated to be 88380 Kelvin (88380K).

The approximate wavelength of #0074a8 is around 490.50nm.

The Depth and Diversity of Methyl Blue (Hex: #0074a8): Exploring its Impact in Design and Culture

The hex color #0074a8, also known as Methyl Blue, evokes the cool, calming essence of the deep ocean waters. Its similarity to the natural elements can be observed in the tranquil shades displayed in underwater coral reefs and tropical fishes. Methyl Blue resembles the vibrant blue tones found in the wings of a Morpho butterfly and the shining feathers of a kingfisher bird. This color can also be associated with the clear skies on a sunny day or the gleaming surface of a crystal-clear lake. Methyl Blue exudes a sense of serenity and beauty that is reminiscent of these natural wonders.

Tints and Shades of #0074a8 HEX color (Methyl Blue)

In color theory, tints and shades are essential for understanding the depth and luminosity of colors. A tint is achieved by adding white to a pure hue, lightening its appearance. Conversely, a shade results from blending black with a color, giving it a deeper tone. In the context of #0074a8, this color stands at the center between its tints and shades. While the tints get progressively lighter moving towards white (#ffffff), the shades deepen towards black (#000000).

• #ffffff
• #BFDCE9
• #80BAD4
• #4097BE
• #0074a8
• #00577E
• #003A54
• #001D2A
• #000000

Tones of Methyl Blue (#0074a8 HEX color)

A tone is produced by adding gray to any pure hue. In the case of #0074a8, #337998 is the less saturated color, while #0074a8 is the most saturated one.

• #337998
• #26789c
• #1a76a0
• #0d75a4
• #0074a8
• #333333
• #262626
• #1a1a1a
• #0d0d0d

HTML Usage Examples

<p style="color: #0074a8;">This is a css example</p>

p { color: #0074a8; }

.text {color:#0074a8;}

.background {background-color:#0074a8;}

.border {border:1px solid #0074a8;}