#556493 Hex Color Code

#556493

The Hexadecimal Color #556493 is a contrast shade of Slate Gray. #556493 RGB value is rgb(85, 100, 147). RGB Color Model of #556493 consists of 33% red, 39% green and 57% blue. HSL color Mode of #556493 has 225°(degrees) Hue, 27% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #556493 color has an wavelength of 478.33333nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #556493 is #666699. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #556493 is #569. The Closest Color to #556493 is #708090. Official Name of #556493 Hex Code is Waikawa Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #556493 is 42 Cyan 32 Magenta 0 Yellow 42 Black and #556493 CMY is 42, 32, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #556493 is hsl(225,27,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(225, 42, 58). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #556493 is 13.57, 13.15, 29.42.
Hex8 Value of #556493 is #556493FF. Decimal Value of #556493 is 5596307 and Octal Value of #556493 is 25262223. Binary Value of #556493 is 1010101, 1100100, 10010011 and Android of #556493 is 4283786387 / 0xff556493. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #556493 is 0.242, 0.234, 0.234 and YIQ Color Space of #556493 is 100.873, -24.0396, 11.4539. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #556493 is 10.82, 12.95, 29.15. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #556493 is 42.99, 7.07, -27.59. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #556493 is 42.99, -9.14, -40.59. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #556493 is 42.99, 28.48, 284.37. Hunter Lab variable of #556493 is 36.26, 3.34, -22.72.

#556493 - Waikawa Gray Color Image
#556493 - Waikawa Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #556493

RGB Percentages of #556493

33%
39%
57%

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 #556493

33.33%
38.07%
57.65%

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 #556493

42%
32%
0%
42%

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 #556493

To get 25% Saturated #556493 Color, you need to convert the hex color #556493 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 #556493 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 #556493

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 #556493

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 #556493

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 #556493 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #556493 to it's the darkest color.

#556493 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(85, 100, 147)
RGB Percent 33%, 39%, 57%
RYB 85.0, 97.08, 147.0
CMYK 42, 32, 0, 42
CMY 42, 32, 0
HSL hsl(225, 27%, 45%)
HSLA hsl(225, 27%, 45%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(225, 42, 58)
XYZ 13.57, 13.15, 29.42
Hex8 Value #556493FF
Decimal Value 5596307
Octal Value 25262223
Binary Value 1010101,1100100,10010011
Android 4283786387 / 0xff556493
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(225, 27%, 45%)
xyY 0.242, 0.234, 13.152
YIQ 100.873, -24.0396, 11.4539
LMS 10.82, 12.95, 29.15
CieLAB 42.99, 7.07, -27.59
CieLUV : LCHuv 42.99, -9.14, -40.59
CieLCH : LCHab 42.99, 28.48, 284.37
Hunter Lab 36.26, 3.34, -22.72
YUV 100.873, 22.7, -13.93
YDbDr 100.873, 69.4, 30.19
YCbCr 102.63, 150.87, 118.05
YCoCg 108.0, 116.0, -8.0
YPbPr 100.87, 26.03, -11.32
Munsell Color System 10222.31 225.48/254.09

#556493 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#556493 as Background:

There are more love songs than anything else. If songs could make you do something we'd all love one another.

Frank Zappa
<p style="background: #556493">…</p>

#556493 as Text Color:

We are not held back by the love we didn't receive in the past, but by the love we're not extending in the present.

Marianne Williamson
<p style="color: #556493">…</p>

#556493 as Text Shadow:

Love is the word used to label the sexual excitement of the young, the habituation of the middle-aged, and the mutual dependence of the old.

John Ciardi
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #556493">…</p>

#556493 as Linear Gradient:

Let me die the moment my love dies. Let me not outlive my own capacity to love. Let me die still loving, and so, never die.

Mary Zimmerman
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #556493)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #556493?

RGB Value for #556493 is rgb(85, 100, 147).

What is the RGB percentage of #556493?

RGB percentage for #556493 is 33% Red 39% Green 57% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #556493?

CMYK Color Model of #556493 is 42 Cyan 32 Magenta 0 Yellow 42 Black.

What is the HSL value of #556493?

HSL Value of #556493 is 225°(degrees) Hue 27 Saturation 45 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #556493?

HSV Value of #556493 is 225 Hue 42 Saturation 58 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #556493?

XYZ Color Model of #556493 is 13.57, 13.15, 29.42.