#555656 Hex Color Code

#555656

The Hexadecimal Color #555656 is a contrast shade of Dim Gray. #555656 RGB value is rgb(85, 86, 86). RGB Color Model of #555656 consists of 33% red, 33% green and 33% blue. HSL color Mode of #555656 has 180°(degrees) Hue, 1% Saturation and 34% Lightness. #555656 color has an wavelength of 506.66667nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #555656 is #666666. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #555656 is #555. The Closest Color to #555656 is #696969. Official Name of #555656 Hex Code is Chicago. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #555656 is 1 Cyan 0 Magenta 0 Yellow 66 Black and #555656 CMY is 1, 0, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #555656 is hsl(180,1,34, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(180, 1, 34). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #555656 is 8.75, 9.26, 10.13.
Hex8 Value of #555656 is #555656FF. Decimal Value of #555656 is 5592662 and Octal Value of #555656 is 25253126. Binary Value of #555656 is 1010101, 1010110, 1010110 and Android of #555656 is 4283782742 / 0xff555656. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #555656 is 0.311, 0.329, 0.329 and YIQ Color Space of #555656 is 85.701, -0.5959, -0.2115. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #555656 is 8.74, 9.62, 10.11. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #555656 is 36.48, -0.44, -0.14. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #555656 is 36.48, -0.59, -0.12. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #555656 is 36.48, 0.46, 197.65. Hunter Lab variable of #555656 is 30.43, -1.93, 1.56.

#555656 - Chicago Color Image
#555656 - Chicago Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #555656

RGB Percentages of #555656

33%
33%
33%

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 #555656

33.33%
33.53%
33.73%

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 #555656

1%
0%
0%
66%

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 #555656

To get 25% Saturated #555656 Color, you need to convert the hex color #555656 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 #555656 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 #555656

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 #555656

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 #555656

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 #555656 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #555656 to it's the darkest color.

#555656 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(85, 86, 86)
RGB Percent 33%, 33%, 33%
RYB 85.0, 85.5, 86.0
CMYK 1, 0, 0, 66
CMY 1, 0, 0
HSL hsl(180, 1%, 34%)
HSLA hsl(180, 1%, 34%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(180, 1, 34)
XYZ 8.75, 9.26, 10.13
Hex8 Value #555656FF
Decimal Value 5592662
Octal Value 25253126
Binary Value 1010101,1010110,1010110
Android 4283782742 / 0xff555656
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(180, 1%, 34%)
xyY 0.311, 0.329, 9.259
YIQ 85.701, -0.5959, -0.2115
LMS 8.74, 9.62, 10.11
CieLAB 36.48, -0.44, -0.14
CieLUV : LCHuv 36.48, -0.59, -0.12
CieLCH : LCHab 36.48, 0.46, 197.65
Hunter Lab 30.43, -1.93, 1.56
YUV 85.701, 0.15, -0.62
YDbDr 85.701, 0.45, 1.33
YCbCr 89.6, 128.15, 127.56
YCoCg 85.75, 85.5, 0.25
YPbPr 85.7, 0.17, -0.5
Munsell Color System 9512.47 19.19/206.24

#555656 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#555656 as Background:

I'm an artist. Gardening is my graffiti. I grow my art. I use the garden soil like it's a piece of cloth, and the plants and the trees, that's my embellishment for that cloth. You'd be surprised what the soil can do if you let it be your canvas.

Ron Finley
<p style="background: #555656">…</p>

#555656 as Text Color:

Nothing is more deceitful than the appearance of humility. It is often only carelessness of opinion, and sometimes an indirect boast.

Jane Austen
<p style="color: #555656">…</p>

#555656 as Text Shadow:

It is happy for you that you possess the talent of flattering with delicacy. May I ask whether these pleasing attentions proceed from the impulse of the moment, or are they the result of previous study?

Jane Austen
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #555656">…</p>

#555656 as Linear Gradient:

One secret of leadership is that the mind of a leader never turns off. Leaders even when they are sightseers or spectators, are active; not passive observers.

James C Humes
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #555656)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #555656?

RGB Value for #555656 is rgb(85, 86, 86).

What is the RGB percentage of #555656?

RGB percentage for #555656 is 33% Red 33% Green 33% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #555656?

CMYK Color Model of #555656 is 1 Cyan 0 Magenta 0 Yellow 66 Black.

What is the HSL value of #555656?

HSL Value of #555656 is 180°(degrees) Hue 1 Saturation 34 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #555656?

HSV Value of #555656 is 180 Hue 1 Saturation 34 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #555656?

XYZ Color Model of #555656 is 8.75, 9.26, 10.13.