#555959 Hex Color Code
#555959
The Hexadecimal Color #555959 is a contrast shade of Dim Gray. #555959 RGB value is rgb(85, 89, 89). RGB Color Model of #555959 consists of 33% red, 34% green and 34% blue. HSL color Mode of #555959 has 180°(degrees) Hue, 2% Saturation and 34% Lightness. #555959 color has an wavelength of 506.66667nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #555959 is #666666. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #555959 is #555. The Closest Color to #555959 is #696969. Official Name of #555959 Hex Code is Chicago. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #555959 is 4 Cyan 0 Magenta 0 Yellow 65 Black and #555959 CMY is 4, 0, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #555959 is hsl(180,2,34, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(180, 4, 35). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #555959 is 9.12, 9.8, 10.86.
Hex8 Value of #555959 is #555959FF. Decimal Value of #555959 is 5593433 and Octal Value of #555959 is 25254531. Binary Value of #555959 is 1010101, 1011001, 1011001 and Android of #555959 is 4283783513 / 0xff555959. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #555959 is 0.306, 0.329, 0.329 and YIQ Color Space of #555959 is 87.804, -2.3836, -0.846. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #555959 is 9.13, 10.28, 10.84. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #555959 is 37.48, -1.62, -0.54. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #555959 is 37.48, -2.2, -0.46. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #555959 is 37.48, 1.71, 198.43. Hunter Lab variable of #555959 is 31.3, -2.78, 1.35.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #555959
RGB Percentages of #555959
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 #555959
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 #555959
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 #555959
To get 25% Saturated #555959 Color, you need to convert the hex color #555959 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 #555959 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 #555959
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 #555959
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 #555959
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 #555959 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #555959 to it's the darkest color.
#555959 Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(85, 89, 89) |
| RGB Percent | 33%, 34%, 34% |
| RYB | 85.0, 87.0, 89.0 |
| CMYK | 4, 0, 0, 65 |
| CMY | 4, 0, 0 |
| HSL | hsl(180, 2%, 34%) |
| HSLA | hsl(180, 2%, 34%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(180, 4, 35) |
| XYZ | 9.12, 9.8, 10.86 |
| Hex8 Value | #555959FF |
| Decimal Value | 5593433 |
| Octal Value | 25254531 |
| Binary Value | 1010101,1011001,1011001 |
| Android | 4283783513 / 0xff555959 |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(180, 2%, 34%) |
| xyY | 0.306, 0.329, 9.797 |
| YIQ | 87.804, -2.3836, -0.846 |
| LMS | 9.13, 10.28, 10.84 |
| CieLAB | 37.48, -1.62, -0.54 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 37.48, -2.2, -0.46 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 37.48, 1.71, 198.43 |
| Hunter Lab | 31.3, -2.78, 1.35 |
| YUV | 87.804, 0.59, -2.46 |
| YDbDr | 87.804, 1.8, 5.33 |
| YCbCr | 91.41, 128.59, 126.24 |
| YCoCg | 88.0, 87.0, 1.0 |
| YPbPr | 87.8, 0.67, -2.0 |
| Munsell Color System | 9629.32 36.60/202.17 |
#555959 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#555959 as Background:
Come live with me and be my love, And we will all the pleasures prove, That valleys, groves, hills, and fields, Woods, or steepy mountain yields.
<p style="background: #555959">…</p>#555959 as Text Color:
Love is a springtime plant that perfumes everything with its hope, even the ruins to which it clings.
<p style="color: #555959">…</p>#555959 as Text Shadow:
True love blooms when we care more about another person than we care about ourselves. That is Christ's great atoning example for us, and it ought to be more evident in the kindness we show, the respect we give, and the selflessness and courtesy we employ in our personal relationships.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #555959">…</p>#555959 as Linear Gradient:
I get that you're scared and that you've been hurt. But doing what is easy and safe is no way to live, and a life without passion and love is so far beneath what you deserve.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #555959)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #555959?
RGB Value for #555959 is rgb(85, 89, 89).
What is the RGB percentage of #555959?
RGB percentage for #555959 is 33% Red 34% Green 34% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #555959?
CMYK Color Model of #555959 is 4 Cyan 0 Magenta 0 Yellow 65 Black.
What is the HSL value of #555959?
HSL Value of #555959 is 180°(degrees) Hue 2 Saturation 34 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #555959?
HSV Value of #555959 is 180 Hue 4 Saturation 35 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #555959?
XYZ Color Model of #555959 is 9.12, 9.8, 10.86.