Color: #42429A
#42429A Color Information
#42429A is a dark color. The closest websafe version is #42429A. A complement of this color would be #9A9A42, perceived brightness is 0.30, and the grayscale version is #6E6E6E.
In the HSL color space, this color has a hue angle of 240°,a saturation of 40%, and a lightness of 43%.The HSV representation shows a hue of 240°, a saturation of 57%, and a value of 60%.
In a RGB color space, #42429A is composed of 26% red, 26% green and 60% blue. Whereas in a CMYK color space, it is composed of 57% cyan, 57% magenta, 0% yellow and 40% black.
In the Yxy color space, this color is represented as Y: 7.08, x: 0.2283, and y: 0.1776.
Color Code #42429A
Shades of Color #42429A
Shades are created by darkening the original color #42429A in equal steps from 0% to 90%. These shades are perfect for creating depth and contrast in your designs. Use them to add visual hierarchy or highlight specific elements in your projects.
Tints of Color #42429A
Tints are created by lightening the original color #42429A in equal steps from 0% to 90%, ending with pure white. These tints are ideal for creating soft backgrounds, subtle highlights, or cohesive UI elements that complement your designs.
About #42429A Color Code
In the HSL color space, this color has a hue angle of 240°, a saturation of 40%, and a lightness of 43%. The HSV representation shows a hue of 240°, a saturation of 57%, and a value of 60%.
- HEX: #42429A
- RGB: rgb(66, 66, 154)
- HSL: hsl(240, 40%, 43%)
- HSV: hsv(240, 57%, 60%)
- CMYK: 57.00% cyan, 57.00% magenta, 0.00% yellow, 40.00% black
- XYZ: 9.10, 7.08, 23.68
- Yxy: 7.08, 0.2283, 0.1776
- Hunter Lab: 31.98, 20.81, -49.20
- CIE-Lab: 31.98, 20.81, -49.20
In the XYZ color space, this color is represented as X: 9.10, Y: 7.08, Z: 23.68. The Yxy representation further refines this as Y: 7.08, x: 0.2283, and y: 0.1776.
In the Hunter Lab color space, this color is represented as L: 31.98, a: 20.81, and b: -49.20. Similarly, in the CIE-Lab color space, it is represented as L: 31.98, a: 20.81, and b: -49.20.
Use these color codes in your CSS, design tools, or anywhere you need to specify a color. You can also explore its shades and tints for more creative options.
Triadic Colors of #42429A
Triadic colors are three colors evenly spaced around the color wheel, including #42429A. They create vibrant and balanced color schemes, perfect for designs that need contrast and harmony.
Split Complementary Colors of #42429A
Split complementary colors are two colors adjacent to the complementary color of #42429A. They create a balanced and visually appealing color scheme.
Monochromatic Colors of #42429A
Monochromatic colors are variations of #42429A, including its shades, tints, and tones. They create elegant and minimalistic designs with a unified color theme.
Complementary Color of #42429A
The complementary color of #42429A is opposite it on the color wheel. Complementary colors provide strong contrast and are ideal for designs that need visual impact and attention.
CSS Examples of #42429A
/* Using HEX */ body { background-color: #42429a; }
/* Using RGB */ body { background-color: rgb(66, 66, 154); }
/* Using RGB with opacity */ body { background-color: rgba(66, 66, 154, 0.5); }
/* Using HSL */ body { background-color: hsl(240, 40%, 43%); }
/* Text color */ p { color: #42429a; }
/* Box shadow */ div { box-shadow: 4px 4px #42429a; }
/* Border color */ .box { border: 4px solid #42429a; }
/* Text shadow */ h1 { color: #222; text-shadow: 2px 2px 0 #42429a; }
/* Background with text */ div { background: #42429a; color: #fff; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; }
HTML Examples of #42429A
<!-- Using HEX --> <div style="background-color: #42429a; width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Using RGB --> <div style="background-color: rgb(66, 66, 154); width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Using RGB with opacity --> <div style="background-color: rgba(66, 66, 154, 0.5); width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Using HSL --> <div style="background-color: hsl(240, 40%, 43%); width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Text color --> <p style="color: #42429a;">This is a text example.</p>
<!-- Box shadow --> <div style="box-shadow: 4px 4px #42429a; width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Border color --> <div style="border: 4px solid #42429a; width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Text shadow --> <h1 style="color: #222; text-shadow: 2px 2px 0 #42429a;">Text Shadow Preview</h1>
<!-- Background with text --> <div style="background: #42429a; color: #fff; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px;"> #42429A </div>
Related Colors of #42429A
These colors are similar to #42429A, with slight variations in hue. Use them to create harmonious designs or explore alternative shades for your projects.