#556399 Hex Color Code

#556399

The Hexadecimal Color #556399 is a contrast shade of Slate Gray. #556399 RGB value is rgb(85, 99, 153). RGB Color Model of #556399 consists of 33% red, 38% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #556399 has 228°(degrees) Hue, 29% Saturation and 47% Lightness. #556399 color has an wavelength of 476.44444nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #556399 is #6666CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #556399 is #569. The Closest Color to #556399 is #708090. Official Name of #556399 Hex Code is Waikawa Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #556399 is 44 Cyan 35 Magenta 0 Yellow 40 Black and #556399 CMY is 44, 35, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #556399 is hsl(228,29,47, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(228, 44, 60). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #556399 is 13.96, 13.15, 31.93.
Hex8 Value of #556399 is #556399FF. Decimal Value of #556399 is 5596057 and Octal Value of #556399 is 25261631. Binary Value of #556399 is 1010101, 1100011, 10011001 and Android of #556399 is 4283786137 / 0xff556399. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #556399 is 0.236, 0.223, 0.223 and YIQ Color Space of #556399 is 100.97, -25.6928, 13.8438. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #556399 is 10.69, 12.69, 31.62. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #556399 is 42.99, 9.55, -31.17. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #556399 is 42.99, -8.91, -46.3. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #556399 is 42.99, 32.6, 287.03. Hunter Lab variable of #556399 is 36.26, 5.26, -26.82.

#556399 - Waikawa Gray Color Image
#556399 - Waikawa Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #556399

RGB Percentages of #556399

33%
38%
60%

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 #556399

33.33%
37.89%
60.0%

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 #556399

44%
35%
0%
40%

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 #556399

To get 25% Saturated #556399 Color, you need to convert the hex color #556399 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 #556399 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 #556399

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 #556399

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 #556399

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 #556399 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #556399 to it's the darkest color.

#556399 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(85, 99, 153)
RGB Percent 33%, 38%, 60%
RYB 85.0, 96.61, 153.0
CMYK 44, 35, 0, 40
CMY 44, 35, 0
HSL hsl(228, 29%, 47%)
HSLA hsl(228, 29%, 47%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(228, 44, 60)
XYZ 13.96, 13.15, 31.93
Hex8 Value #556399FF
Decimal Value 5596057
Octal Value 25261631
Binary Value 1010101,1100011,10011001
Android 4283786137 / 0xff556399
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(228, 29%, 47%)
xyY 0.236, 0.223, 13.154
YIQ 100.97, -25.6928, 13.8438
LMS 10.69, 12.69, 31.62
CieLAB 42.99, 9.55, -31.17
CieLUV : LCHuv 42.99, -8.91, -46.3
CieLCH : LCHab 42.99, 32.6, 287.03
Hunter Lab 36.26, 5.26, -26.82
YUV 100.97, 25.6, -14.01
YDbDr 100.97, 78.28, 30.38
YCbCr 102.72, 153.79, 117.99
YCoCg 109.0, 119.0, -10.0
YPbPr 100.97, 29.36, -11.39
Munsell Color System 10220.89 243.19/255.36

#556399 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#556399 as Background:

Success in life has nothing to do with what you gain in life or accomplish for yourself. It's what you do for others.

Danny Thomas
<p style="background: #556399">…</p>

#556399 as Text Color:

Any idea that is held in the mind, that is emphasized, that is either feared or revered, will begin at once to cloth itself in the most convenient and appropriate form available.

Andrew Carnegie
<p style="color: #556399">…</p>

#556399 as Text Shadow:

The two things I did learn were that you are as powerful and strong as you allow yourself to be, and that the most difficult part of any endeavor is taking the first step, making the first decision.

Robyn Davidson
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #556399">…</p>

#556399 as Linear Gradient:

Success is just a war of attrition. Sure, there's an element of talent you should probably possess, but if you stick around long enough, eventually something is going to happen.

Dax Shepard
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #556399)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #556399?

RGB Value for #556399 is rgb(85, 99, 153).

What is the RGB percentage of #556399?

RGB percentage for #556399 is 33% Red 38% Green 60% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #556399?

CMYK Color Model of #556399 is 44 Cyan 35 Magenta 0 Yellow 40 Black.

What is the HSL value of #556399?

HSL Value of #556399 is 228°(degrees) Hue 29 Saturation 47 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #556399?

HSV Value of #556399 is 228 Hue 44 Saturation 60 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #556399?

XYZ Color Model of #556399 is 13.96, 13.15, 31.93.