#496C79 Hex Color Code

#496C79

The Hexadecimal Color #496C79 is a contrast shade of Dim Gray. #496C79 RGB value is rgb(73, 108, 121). RGB Color Model of #496C79 consists of 28% red, 42% green and 47% blue. HSL color Mode of #496C79 has 196°(degrees) Hue, 25% Saturation and 38% Lightness. #496C79 color has an wavelength of 496.59259nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #496C79 is #669999. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #496C79 is #467. The Closest Color to #496C79 is #696969. Official Name of #496C79 Hex Code is Blue Bayoux. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #496C79 is 40 Cyan 11 Magenta 0 Yellow 53 Black and #496C79 CMY is 40, 11, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #496C79 is hsl(196,25,38, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(196, 40, 47). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #496C79 is 11.56, 13.52, 20.09.
Hex8 Value of #496C79 is #496C79FF. Decimal Value of #496C79 is 4811897 and Octal Value of #496C79 is 22266171. Binary Value of #496C79 is 1001001, 1101100, 1111001 and Android of #496C79 is 4283001977 / 0xff496c79. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #496C79 is 0.256, 0.299, 0.299 and YIQ Color Space of #496C79 is 99.017, -25.0334, -3.3569. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #496C79 is 11.02, 14.94, 19.98. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #496C79 is 43.54, -8.89, -11.21. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #496C79 is 43.54, -16.68, -14.31. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #496C79 is 43.54, 14.31, 231.58. Hunter Lab variable of #496C79 is 36.77, -8.23, -6.66.

#496C79 - Blue Bayoux Color Image
#496C79 - Blue Bayoux Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #496C79

RGB Percentages of #496C79

28%
42%
47%

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 #496C79

28.63%
36.57%
47.45%

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 #496C79

40%
11%
0%
53%

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 #496C79

To get 25% Saturated #496C79 Color, you need to convert the hex color #496C79 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 #496C79 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 #496C79

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 #496C79

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 #496C79

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 #496C79 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #496C79 to it's the darkest color.

#496C79 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(73, 108, 121)
RGB Percent 28%, 42%, 47%
RYB 73.0, 93.24, 121.0
CMYK 40, 11, 0, 53
CMY 40, 11, 0
HSL hsl(196, 25%, 38%)
HSLA hsl(196, 25%, 38%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(196, 40, 47)
XYZ 11.56, 13.52, 20.09
Hex8 Value #496C79FF
Decimal Value 4811897
Octal Value 22266171
Binary Value 1001001,1101100,1111001
Android 4283001977 / 0xff496c79
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(196, 25%, 38%)
xyY 0.256, 0.299, 13.521
YIQ 99.017, -25.0334, -3.3569
LMS 11.02, 14.94, 19.98
CieLAB 43.54, -8.89, -11.21
CieLUV : LCHuv 43.54, -16.68, -14.31
CieLCH : LCHab 43.54, 14.31, 231.58
Hunter Lab 36.77, -8.23, -6.66
YUV 99.017, 10.81, -22.83
YDbDr 99.017, 33.08, 49.48
YCbCr 101.04, 138.9, 111.7
YCoCg 102.5, 97.0, 5.5
YPbPr 99.02, 12.41, -18.56
Munsell Color System 10262.03 169.46/218.82

#496C79 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#496C79 as Background:

The problems with this world cannot possibly be solved by sceptics or cynics whose horizons are limited by the obvious realities. We need people who can dream of things that never were.

John F. Kennedy
<p style="background: #496C79">…</p>

#496C79 as Text Color:

There is one thing one has to have either a soul that is cheerful by nature, or a soul made cheerful by work, love, art, and knowledge.

Friedrich Nietzsche
<p style="color: #496C79">…</p>

#496C79 as Text Shadow:

Everything you want is out there waiting for you to ask. Everything you want also wants you. But you have to take action to get it.

Jack Canfield
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #496C79">…</p>

#496C79 as Linear Gradient:

The most successful scientists are not the most talented. But they are the ones who are impelled by curiosity. They've got to know what the answer is

Arthur Leonard Schawlow
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #496C79)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #496C79?

RGB Value for #496C79 is rgb(73, 108, 121).

What is the RGB percentage of #496C79?

RGB percentage for #496C79 is 28% Red 42% Green 47% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #496C79?

CMYK Color Model of #496C79 is 40 Cyan 11 Magenta 0 Yellow 53 Black.

What is the HSL value of #496C79?

HSL Value of #496C79 is 196°(degrees) Hue 25 Saturation 38 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #496C79?

HSV Value of #496C79 is 196 Hue 40 Saturation 47 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #496C79?

XYZ Color Model of #496C79 is 11.56, 13.52, 20.09.