1. aqua-blues
2. neutrals
3. Flat Blue

Color Flat Blue aqua-blue (#3c73a8):
HEX, RGB color codes for HTML and CSS

The Comprehensive Guide to Flat Blue aqua-blue (#3c73a8):
Its Meaning and Harmonious Color Matches in Design.

Hue Family:
aqua-blues

aqua-blues Family:
neutral

Saturation:
moderately saturated

Tones:
colorful tone

Shade:
medium

Temperature:
cool

Chromaticity:
chromatic

Chroma:
medium chroma

Color Information about Flat Blue / #3c73a8

The HTML HEX code is #3c73a8. The corresponding color name is "Flat Blue". In RGB values (additive color space used for Digital Displays), this HEX code translates to Red (R): 60%, Green (G): 115%, Blue (B): 168%. In the CMYK color model (subtractive color model used in printing), it is represented by Cyan (C): 64%, Magenta (M): 32%, Yellow (Y):0%, Black (K): 34%. In the HSL color space, #3c73a8 has a hue of 209°, saturation of 47%, and lightness of 45%. The HSV representation is 209° for hue, 64% for saturation, and 66% for value.

In the CIE-LAB color space, the color is denoted by L* (lightness) = 47, a* (green to red) = -1, and b* (blue to yellow) = -34. The XYZ representation is X: 15, Y: 16, Z: 39. In the YUV color space, it translates to Y (luminance) = 0.4102, U (chrominance) = 0.1224, and V (chrominance) = -0.1534.

The decimal value of the color is 3961768. The closest Web-safe HEX code is #336699. Variations of the colour are #7CA7D0 for a 20% lighter version and #22415E for a 20% darker version.

For the color with hex value #3c73a8, the correlated color temperature (CT) is estimated to be 62744 Kelvin (62744K).

The approximate wavelength of #3c73a8 is around 485.50nm.

The Depth and Diversity of Flat Blue (Hex: #3c73a8): Exploring its Impact in Design and Culture

Flat Blue (#3c73a8) is a serene hue reminiscent of the vast ocean at dusk. Its rich blue tone is akin to the peaceful depths of calm waters, exuding tranquility and relaxation. This color evokes the image of a clear summer sky, displaying the perfect balance of depth and brightness. Flat Blue can be likened to the stillness of a secluded lake, reflecting the surrounding nature in its glassy surface. This shade embodies the essence of coastal landscapes, serene horizons, and the soothing presence of water.

Tints and Shades of #3c73a8 HEX color (Flat 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 #3c73a8, 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
• #CEDCE9
• #9EB9D4
• #6D96BE
• #3c73a8
• #2D567E
• #1E3A54
• #0F1D2A
• #000000

Tones of Flat Blue (#3c73a8 HEX color)

A tone is produced by adding gray to any pure hue. In the case of #3c73a8, #577898 is the less saturated color, while #3c73a8 is the most saturated one.

• #577898
• #50779c
• #4a76a0
• #4374a4
• #3c73a8
• #373a3e
• #2b2f33
• #1e2328
• #12181d

HTML Usage Examples

<p style="color: #3c73a8;">This is a css example</p>

p { color: #3c73a8; }

.text {color:#3c73a8;}

.background {background-color:#3c73a8;}

.border {border:1px solid #3c73a8;}