#556699 Hex Color Code
#556699
The Hexadecimal Color #556699 is a contrast shade of Slate Gray. #556699 RGB value is rgb(85, 102, 153). RGB Color Model of #556699 consists of 33% red, 40% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #556699 has 225°(degrees) Hue, 29% Saturation and 47% Lightness. #556699 color has an wavelength of 478.33333nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #556699 is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #556699 is #569. The Closest Color to #556699 is #708090. Official Name of #556699 Hex Code is Waikawa Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #556699 is 44 Cyan 33 Magenta 0 Yellow 40 Black and #556699 CMY is 44, 33, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #556699 is hsl(225,29,47, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(225, 44, 60). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #556699 is 14.25, 13.73, 32.03.
Hex8 Value of #556699 is #556699FF. Decimal Value of #556699 is 5596825 and Octal Value of #556699 is 25263231. Binary Value of #556699 is 1010101, 1100110, 10011001 and Android of #556699 is 4283786905 / 0xff556699. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #556699 is 0.237, 0.229, 0.229 and YIQ Color Space of #556699 is 102.731, -26.5166, 12.2757. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #556699 is 11.14, 13.48, 31.73. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #556699 is 43.84, 7.68, -29.84. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #556699 is 43.84, -10.05, -44.27. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #556699 is 43.84, 30.81, 284.43. Hunter Lab variable of #556699 is 37.05, 3.8, -25.31.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #556699
RGB Percentages of #556699
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 #556699
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 #556699
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 #556699
To get 25% Saturated #556699 Color, you need to convert the hex color #556699 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 #556699 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 #556699
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 #556699
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 #556699
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 #556699 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #556699 to it's the darkest color.
#556699 Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(85, 102, 153) |
| RGB Percent | 33%, 40%, 60% |
| RYB | 85.0, 98.6, 153.0 |
| CMYK | 44, 33, 0, 40 |
| CMY | 44, 33, 0 |
| HSL | hsl(225, 29%, 47%) |
| HSLA | hsl(225, 29%, 47%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(225, 44, 60) |
| XYZ | 14.25, 13.73, 32.03 |
| Hex8 Value | #556699FF |
| Decimal Value | 5596825 |
| Octal Value | 25263231 |
| Binary Value | 1010101,1100110,10011001 |
| Android | 4283786905 / 0xff556699 |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(225, 29%, 47%) |
| xyY | 0.237, 0.229, 13.733 |
| YIQ | 102.731, -26.5166, 12.2757 |
| LMS | 11.14, 13.48, 31.73 |
| CieLAB | 43.84, 7.68, -29.84 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 43.84, -10.05, -44.27 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 43.84, 30.81, 284.43 |
| Hunter Lab | 37.05, 3.8, -25.31 |
| YUV | 102.731, 24.73, -15.56 |
| YDbDr | 102.731, 75.63, 33.73 |
| YCbCr | 104.23, 152.92, 116.89 |
| YCoCg | 110.5, 119.0, -8.5 |
| YPbPr | 102.73, 28.37, -12.65 |
| Munsell Color System | 10307.49 234.59/252.85 |
#556699 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#556699 as Background:
For every failure, there's an alternative course of action. You just have to find it. When you come to a roadblock, take a detour.
<p style="background: #556699">…</p>#556699 as Text Color:
Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.
<p style="color: #556699">…</p>#556699 as Text Shadow:
Cruelty and wrong are not the greatest forces in the world. There is nothing eternal in them. Only love is eternal.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #556699">…</p>#556699 as Linear Gradient:
I have one desire now - to live a life of reckless abandon for the Lord, putting all my energy and strength into it.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #556699)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #556699?
RGB Value for #556699 is rgb(85, 102, 153).
What is the RGB percentage of #556699?
RGB percentage for #556699 is 33% Red 40% Green 60% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #556699?
CMYK Color Model of #556699 is 44 Cyan 33 Magenta 0 Yellow 40 Black.
What is the HSL value of #556699?
HSL Value of #556699 is 225°(degrees) Hue 29 Saturation 47 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #556699?
HSV Value of #556699 is 225 Hue 44 Saturation 60 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #556699?
XYZ Color Model of #556699 is 14.25, 13.73, 32.03.