#B9AB9B Hex Color Code

#B9AB9B

The Hexadecimal Color #B9AB9B is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #B9AB9B RGB value is rgb(185, 171, 155). RGB Color Model of #B9AB9B consists of 72% red, 67% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #B9AB9B has 32°(degrees) Hue, 18% Saturation and 67% Lightness. #B9AB9B color has an wavelength of 599.85185nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B9AB9B is #CCCCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B9AB9B is #BA9. The Closest Color to #B9AB9B is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #B9AB9B Hex Code is Taupe Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B9AB9B is 0 Cyan 8 Magenta 16 Yellow 27 Black and #B9AB9B CMY is 0, 8, 16. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B9AB9B is hsl(32,18,67, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(32, 16, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B9AB9B is 40.49, 41.81, 36.94.
Hex8 Value of #B9AB9B is #B9AB9BFF. Decimal Value of #B9AB9B is 12168091 and Octal Value of #B9AB9B is 56325633. Binary Value of #B9AB9B is 10111001, 10101011, 10011011 and Android of #B9AB9B is 4290358171 / 0xffb9ab9b. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B9AB9B is 0.34, 0.351, 0.351 and YIQ Color Space of #B9AB9B is 173.362, 13.4834, -2.0182. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B9AB9B is 41.63, 42.71, 37.02. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B9AB9B is 70.74, 2.34, 10.06. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B9AB9B is 70.74, 9.39, 13.82. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B9AB9B is 70.74, 10.33, 76.91. Hunter Lab variable of #B9AB9B is 64.66, -1.38, 11.39.

#B9AB9B - Taupe Gray Color Image
#B9AB9B - Taupe Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B9AB9B

RGB Percentages of #B9AB9B

72%
67%
60%

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 #B9AB9B

71.08%
72.55%
60.78%

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 #B9AB9B

0%
8%
16%
27%

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 #B9AB9B

To get 25% Saturated #B9AB9B Color, you need to convert the hex color #B9AB9B 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 #B9AB9B 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 #B9AB9B

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 #B9AB9B

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 #B9AB9B

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 #B9AB9B to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B9AB9B to it's the darkest color.

#B9AB9B Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(185, 171, 155)
RGB Percent 72%, 67%, 60%
RYB 181.25, 185.0, 155.0
CMYK 0, 8, 16, 27
CMY 0, 8, 16
HSL hsl(32, 18%, 67%)
HSLA hsl(32, 18%, 67%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(32, 16, 73)
XYZ 40.49, 41.81, 36.94
Hex8 Value #B9AB9BFF
Decimal Value 12168091
Octal Value 56325633
Binary Value 10111001,10101011,10011011
Android 4290358171 / 0xffb9ab9b
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(32, 18%, 67%)
xyY 0.34, 0.351, 41.807
YIQ 173.362, 13.4834, -2.0182
LMS 41.63, 42.71, 37.02
CieLAB 70.74, 2.34, 10.06
CieLUV : LCHuv 70.74, 9.39, 13.82
CieLCH : LCHab 70.74, 10.33, 76.91
Hunter Lab 64.66, -1.38, 11.39
YUV 173.362, -9.03, 10.21
YDbDr 173.362, -27.63, -22.13
YCbCr 164.89, 118.9, 135.29
YCoCg 170.5, 170.0, 0.5
YPbPr 173.36, -10.36, 8.3
Munsell Color System 12424.09 35.95/74.49

#B9AB9B HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B9AB9B as Background:

The sea was indistinguishable from the sky, except that the sea was slightly creased as if a cloth had wrinkles in it.

Virginia Woolf
<p style="background: #B9AB9B">…</p>

#B9AB9B 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.

Thomas Carlyle
<p style="color: #B9AB9B">…</p>

#B9AB9B 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.

Rachel Carson
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B9AB9B">…</p>

#B9AB9B 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.

Etty Hillesum
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B9AB9B)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B9AB9B?

RGB Value for #B9AB9B is rgb(185, 171, 155).

What is the RGB percentage of #B9AB9B?

RGB percentage for #B9AB9B is 72% Red 67% Green 60% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B9AB9B?

CMYK Color Model of #B9AB9B is 0 Cyan 8 Magenta 16 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B9AB9B?

HSL Value of #B9AB9B is 32°(degrees) Hue 18 Saturation 67 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B9AB9B?

HSV Value of #B9AB9B is 32 Hue 16 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B9AB9B?

XYZ Color Model of #B9AB9B is 40.49, 41.81, 36.94.