#172740 Hex Color Code
#172740
The Hexadecimal Color #172740 is a contrast shade of Dark Slate Gray. #172740 RGB value is rgb(23, 39, 64). RGB Color Model of #172740 consists of 9% red, 15% green and 25% blue. HSL color Mode of #172740 has 217°(degrees) Hue, 47% Saturation and 17% Lightness. #172740 color has an wavelength of 483.37037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #172740 is #333366. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #172740 is #124. The Closest Color to #172740 is #2F4F4F. Official Name of #172740 Hex Code is Big Stone. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #172740 is 64 Cyan 39 Magenta 0 Yellow 75 Black and #172740 CMY is 64, 39, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #172740 is hsl(217,47,17, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(217, 64, 25). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #172740 is 2.0, 2.0, 5.13.
Hex8 Value of #172740 is #172740FF. Decimal Value of #172740 is 1517376 and Octal Value of #172740 is 5623500. Binary Value of #172740 is 10111, 100111, 1000000 and Android of #172740 is 4279707456 / 0xff172740. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #172740 is 0.219, 0.219, 0.219 and YIQ Color Space of #172740 is 37.066, -17.5669, 4.396. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #172740 is 1.49, 2.02, 5.08. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #172740 is 15.49, 2.32, -17.95. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #172740 is 15.49, -5.84, -17.82. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #172740 is 15.49, 18.1, 277.36. Hunter Lab variable of #172740 is 14.14, 0.49, -11.61.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #172740
RGB Percentages of #172740
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 #172740
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 #172740
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 #172740
To get 25% Saturated #172740 Color, you need to convert the hex color #172740 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 #172740 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 #172740
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 #172740
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 #172740
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 #172740 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #172740 to it's the darkest color.
#172740 Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(23, 39, 64) |
| RGB Percent | 9%, 15%, 25% |
| RYB | 23.0, 34.51, 64.0 |
| CMYK | 64, 39, 0, 75 |
| CMY | 64, 39, 0 |
| HSL | hsl(217, 47%, 17%) |
| HSLA | hsl(217, 47%, 17%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(217, 64, 25) |
| XYZ | 2.0, 2.0, 5.13 |
| Hex8 Value | #172740FF |
| Decimal Value | 1517376 |
| Octal Value | 5623500 |
| Binary Value | 10111,100111,1000000 |
| Android | 4279707456 / 0xff172740 |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(217, 47%, 17%) |
| xyY | 0.219, 0.219, 2.003 |
| YIQ | 37.066, -17.5669, 4.396 |
| LMS | 1.49, 2.02, 5.08 |
| CieLAB | 15.49, 2.32, -17.95 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 15.49, -5.84, -17.82 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 15.49, 18.1, 277.36 |
| Hunter Lab | 14.14, 0.49, -11.61 |
| YUV | 37.066, 13.25, -12.34 |
| YDbDr | 37.066, 40.52, 26.75 |
| YCbCr | 47.83, 141.35, 119.19 |
| YCoCg | 41.25, 43.5, -2.25 |
| YPbPr | 37.07, 15.2, -10.03 |
| Munsell Color System | 5805.96 397.19/244.49 |
#172740 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#172740 as Background:
A cheerful intelligent face is the end of culture, and success enough. For it indicates the purpose of Nature and wisdom attained.
<p style="background: #172740">…</p>#172740 as Text Color:
A well-defined backup plan is sabotage waiting to happen. Why push through the dip, why take the risk, why blow it all when there's the comfortable alternative instead? The people who break through usually have nothing to lose, and they almost never have a backup plan.
<p style="color: #172740">…</p>#172740 as Text Shadow:
Don't worry about making mistakes. In fact, the more mistakes you make, the more progress you are making. Just don't repeat the same mistakes.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #172740">…</p>#172740 as Linear Gradient:
In one way an oil boom is a mighty bad thing, because it gets into your blood and almost becomes an obsession. Booms are filled with excitement, adventure, and drama, but sometimes the exit from the scene must be made between suns on a pair of mighty weary feet.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #172740)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #172740?
RGB Value for #172740 is rgb(23, 39, 64).
What is the RGB percentage of #172740?
RGB percentage for #172740 is 9% Red 15% Green 25% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #172740?
CMYK Color Model of #172740 is 64 Cyan 39 Magenta 0 Yellow 75 Black.
What is the HSL value of #172740?
HSL Value of #172740 is 217°(degrees) Hue 47 Saturation 17 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #172740?
HSV Value of #172740 is 217 Hue 64 Saturation 25 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #172740?
XYZ Color Model of #172740 is 2.0, 2.0, 5.13.