#515C42 Hex Color Code

#515C42

The Hexadecimal Color #515C42 is a contrast shade of Dark Olive Green. #515C42 RGB value is rgb(81, 92, 66). RGB Color Model of #515C42 consists of 31% red, 36% green and 25% blue. HSL color Mode of #515C42 has 85°(degrees) Hue, 16% Saturation and 31% Lightness. #515C42 color has an wavelength of 566.48148nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #515C42 is #666666. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #515C42 is #554. The Closest Color to #515C42 is #556B2F. Official Name of #515C42 Hex Code is Fuscous Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #515C42 is 12 Cyan 0 Magenta 28 Yellow 64 Black and #515C42 CMY is 12, 0, 28. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #515C42 is hsl(85,16,31, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(85, 28, 36). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #515C42 is 8.2, 9.8, 6.61.
Hex8 Value of #515C42 is #515C42FF. Decimal Value of #515C42 is 5332034 and Octal Value of #515C42 is 24256102. Binary Value of #515C42 is 1010001, 1011100, 1000010 and Android of #515C42 is 4283522114 / 0xff515c42. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #515C42 is 0.333, 0.398, 0.398 and YIQ Color Space of #515C42 is 85.747, 1.7989, -10.4177. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #515C42 is 9.15, 10.91, 6.66. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #515C42 is 37.48, -9.59, 13.6. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #515C42 is 37.48, -5.09, 17.33. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #515C42 is 37.48, 16.64, 125.19. Hunter Lab variable of #515C42 is 31.3, -8.03, 9.39.

#515C42 - Fuscous Gray Color Image
#515C42 - Fuscous Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #515C42

RGB Percentages of #515C42

31%
36%
25%

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 #515C42

25.88%
36.08%
30.2%

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 #515C42

12%
0%
28%
64%

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 #515C42

To get 25% Saturated #515C42 Color, you need to convert the hex color #515C42 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 #515C42 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 #515C42

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 #515C42

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 #515C42

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 #515C42 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #515C42 to it's the darkest color.

#515C42 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(81, 92, 66)
RGB Percent 31%, 36%, 25%
RYB 66.0, 92.0, 77.0
CMYK 12, 0, 28, 64
CMY 12, 0, 28
HSL hsl(85, 16%, 31%)
HSLA hsl(85, 16%, 31%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(85, 28, 36)
XYZ 8.2, 9.8, 6.61
Hex8 Value #515C42FF
Decimal Value 5332034
Octal Value 24256102
Binary Value 1010001,1011100,1000010
Android 4283522114 / 0xff515c42
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(85, 16%, 31%)
xyY 0.333, 0.398, 9.797
YIQ 85.747, 1.7989, -10.4177
LMS 9.15, 10.91, 6.66
CieLAB 37.48, -9.59, 13.6
CieLUV : LCHuv 37.48, -5.09, 17.33
CieLCH : LCHab 37.48, 16.64, 125.19
Hunter Lab 31.3, -8.03, 9.39
YUV 85.747, -9.72, -4.17
YDbDr 85.747, -29.71, 9.02
YCbCr 89.64, 118.21, 125.03
YCoCg 82.75, 73.5, 9.25
YPbPr 85.75, -11.14, -3.39
Munsell Color System 9613.05 149.16/123.30

#515C42 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#515C42 as Background:

What sunshine is to flowers, smiles are to humanity. These are but trifles, to be sure; but scattered along life's pathway, the good they do is inconceivable.

Joseph Addison
<p style="background: #515C42">…</p>

#515C42 as Text Color:

Can miles truly separate you from friends... If you want to be with someone you love, aren't you already there?

Richard Bach
<p style="color: #515C42">…</p>

#515C42 as Text Shadow:

Just thinking about a friend makes you want to do a happy dance, because a friend is someone who loves you in spite of your faults.

Charles M. Schulz
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #515C42">…</p>

#515C42 as Linear Gradient:

The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and science.

Albert Einstein
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #515C42)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #515C42?

RGB Value for #515C42 is rgb(81, 92, 66).

What is the RGB percentage of #515C42?

RGB percentage for #515C42 is 31% Red 36% Green 25% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #515C42?

CMYK Color Model of #515C42 is 12 Cyan 0 Magenta 28 Yellow 64 Black.

What is the HSL value of #515C42?

HSL Value of #515C42 is 85°(degrees) Hue 16 Saturation 31 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #515C42?

HSV Value of #515C42 is 85 Hue 28 Saturation 36 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #515C42?

XYZ Color Model of #515C42 is 8.2, 9.8, 6.61.