#979E8D Hex Color Code

#979E8D

The Hexadecimal Color #979E8D is a contrast shade of Dark Sea Green. #979E8D RGB value is rgb(151, 158, 141). RGB Color Model of #979E8D consists of 59% red, 61% green and 55% blue. HSL color Mode of #979E8D has 85°(degrees) Hue, 8% Saturation and 59% Lightness. #979E8D color has an wavelength of 566.48148nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #979E8D is #99CC99. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #979E8D is #998. The Closest Color to #979E8D is #8FBC8F. Official Name of #979E8D Hex Code is Lemon Grass. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #979E8D is 4 Cyan 0 Magenta 11 Yellow 38 Black and #979E8D CMY is 4, 0, 11. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #979E8D is hsl(85,8,59, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(85, 11, 62). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #979E8D is 29.8, 32.96, 29.99.
Hex8 Value of #979E8D is #979E8DFF. Decimal Value of #979E8D is 9936525 and Octal Value of #979E8D is 45717215. Binary Value of #979E8D is 10010111, 10011110, 10001101 and Android of #979E8D is 4288126605 / 0xff979e8d. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #979E8D is 0.321, 0.355, 0.355 and YIQ Color Space of #979E8D is 153.969, 1.2908, -6.7709. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #979E8D is 31.13, 35.17, 30.03. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #979E8D is 64.13, -5.71, 8.03. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #979E8D is 64.13, -3.13, 12.21. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #979E8D is 64.13, 9.85, 125.42. Hunter Lab variable of #979E8D is 57.41, -7.82, 9.22.

#979E8D - Lemon Grass Color Image
#979E8D - Lemon Grass Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #979E8D

RGB Percentages of #979E8D

59%
61%
55%

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 #979E8D

55.29%
61.96%
58.04%

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 #979E8D

4%
0%
11%
38%

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 #979E8D

To get 25% Saturated #979E8D Color, you need to convert the hex color #979E8D 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 #979E8D 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 #979E8D

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 #979E8D

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 #979E8D

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 #979E8D to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #979E8D to it's the darkest color.

#979E8D Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(151, 158, 141)
RGB Percent 59%, 61%, 55%
RYB 141.0, 158.0, 148.0
CMYK 4, 0, 11, 38
CMY 4, 0, 11
HSL hsl(85, 8%, 59%)
HSLA hsl(85, 8%, 59%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(85, 11, 62)
XYZ 29.8, 32.96, 29.99
Hex8 Value #979E8DFF
Decimal Value 9936525
Octal Value 45717215
Binary Value 10010111,10011110,10001101
Android 4288126605 / 0xff979e8d
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(85, 8%, 59%)
xyY 0.321, 0.355, 32.956
YIQ 153.969, 1.2908, -6.7709
LMS 31.13, 35.17, 30.03
CieLAB 64.13, -5.71, 8.03
CieLUV : LCHuv 64.13, -3.13, 12.21
CieLCH : LCHab 64.13, 9.85, 125.42
Hunter Lab 57.41, -7.82, 9.22
YUV 153.969, -6.38, -2.61
YDbDr 153.969, -19.51, 5.64
YCbCr 148.23, 121.57, 126.14
YCoCg 152.0, 146.0, 6.0
YPbPr 153.97, -7.32, -2.12
Munsell Color System 12006.27 44.53/127.81

#979E8D HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#979E8D as Background:

Love, whether newly born, or aroused from a deathlike slumber, must always create sunshine, filling the heart so full of radiance, this it overflows upon the outward world.

Nathaniel Hawthorne
<p style="background: #979E8D">…</p>

#979E8D as Text Color:

Regret for the things we did can be tempered by time; it is regret for the things we did not do that is inconsolable.

Sydney J. Harris
<p style="color: #979E8D">…</p>

#979E8D as Text Shadow:

We really have to understand the person we want to love. If our love is only a will to possess, it is not love. If we only think of ourselves, if we know only our own needs and ignore the needs of the other person, we cannot love.

Nhat Hanh
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #979E8D">…</p>

#979E8D as Linear Gradient:

A bell's not a bell 'til you ring it, A song's not a song 'til you sing it, Love in your heart wasn't put there to stay, Love isn't love 'til you give it away!

Oscar Hammerstein II
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #979E8D)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #979E8D?

RGB Value for #979E8D is rgb(151, 158, 141).

What is the RGB percentage of #979E8D?

RGB percentage for #979E8D is 59% Red 61% Green 55% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #979E8D?

CMYK Color Model of #979E8D is 4 Cyan 0 Magenta 11 Yellow 38 Black.

What is the HSL value of #979E8D?

HSL Value of #979E8D is 85°(degrees) Hue 8 Saturation 59 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #979E8D?

HSV Value of #979E8D is 85 Hue 11 Saturation 62 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #979E8D?

XYZ Color Model of #979E8D is 29.8, 32.96, 29.99.