#556A9E Hex Color Code

#556A9E

The Hexadecimal Color #556A9E is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #556A9E RGB value is rgb(85, 106, 158). RGB Color Model of #556A9E consists of 33% red, 41% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #556A9E has 223°(degrees) Hue, 30% Saturation and 48% Lightness. #556A9E color has an wavelength of 479.59259nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #556A9E is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #556A9E is #569. The Closest Color to #556A9E is #4682B4. Official Name of #556A9E Hex Code is Waikawa Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #556A9E is 46 Cyan 33 Magenta 0 Yellow 38 Black and #556A9E CMY is 46, 33, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #556A9E is hsl(223,30,48, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(223, 46, 62). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #556A9E is 15.07, 14.71, 34.39.
Hex8 Value of #556A9E is #556A9EFF. Decimal Value of #556A9E is 5597854 and Octal Value of #556A9E is 25265236. Binary Value of #556A9E is 1010101, 1101010, 10011110 and Android of #556A9E is 4283787934 / 0xff556a9e. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #556A9E is 0.235, 0.229, 0.229 and YIQ Color Space of #556A9E is 105.649, -29.2215, 11.7409. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #556A9E is 11.78, 14.58, 34.06. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #556A9E is 45.23, 6.68, -30.63. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #556A9E is 45.23, -11.74, -45.69. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #556A9E is 45.23, 31.35, 282.3. Hunter Lab variable of #556A9E is 38.35, 3.02, -26.32.

#556A9E - Waikawa Gray Color Image
#556A9E - Waikawa Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #556A9E

RGB Percentages of #556A9E

33%
41%
61%

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 #556A9E

33.33%
39.73%
61.96%

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 #556A9E

46%
33%
0%
38%

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 #556A9E

To get 25% Saturated #556A9E Color, you need to convert the hex color #556A9E 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 #556A9E 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 #556A9E

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 #556A9E

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 #556A9E

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 #556A9E to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #556A9E to it's the darkest color.

#556A9E Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(85, 106, 158)
RGB Percent 33%, 41%, 61%
RYB 85.0, 101.31, 158.0
CMYK 46, 33, 0, 38
CMY 46, 33, 0
HSL hsl(223, 30%, 48%)
HSLA hsl(223, 30%, 48%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(223, 46, 62)
XYZ 15.07, 14.71, 34.39
Hex8 Value #556A9EFF
Decimal Value 5597854
Octal Value 25265236
Binary Value 1010101,1101010,10011110
Android 4283787934 / 0xff556a9e
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(223, 30%, 48%)
xyY 0.235, 0.229, 14.707
YIQ 105.649, -29.2215, 11.7409
LMS 11.78, 14.58, 34.06
CieLAB 45.23, 6.68, -30.63
CieLUV : LCHuv 45.23, -11.74, -45.69
CieLCH : LCHab 45.23, 31.35, 282.3
Hunter Lab 38.35, 3.02, -26.32
YUV 105.649, 25.76, -18.12
YDbDr 105.649, 78.77, 39.28
YCbCr 106.73, 153.95, 115.06
YCoCg 113.75, 121.5, -7.75
YPbPr 105.65, 29.54, -14.73
Munsell Color System 10442.79 235.20/250.05

#556A9E HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#556A9E as Background:

Instead of trying to make your life perfect, give yourself the freedom to make it an adventure, and go ever upward.

Drew Houston
<p style="background: #556A9E">…</p>

#556A9E as Text Color:

When we Christians behave badly, or fail to behave well, we are making Christianity unbelievable to the outside world

C. S. Lewis
<p style="color: #556A9E">…</p>

#556A9E as Text Shadow:

A master blesses calamity, for the master knows that from the seeds of disaster (and all experience) comes the growth of self.

Neale Donald Walsch
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #556A9E">…</p>

#556A9E as Linear Gradient:

The irony is that the person not taking risks feels the same amount of fear as the person who regularly takes risks.

Peter McWilliams
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #556A9E)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #556A9E?

RGB Value for #556A9E is rgb(85, 106, 158).

What is the RGB percentage of #556A9E?

RGB percentage for #556A9E is 33% Red 41% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #556A9E?

CMYK Color Model of #556A9E is 46 Cyan 33 Magenta 0 Yellow 38 Black.

What is the HSL value of #556A9E?

HSL Value of #556A9E is 223°(degrees) Hue 30 Saturation 48 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #556A9E?

HSV Value of #556A9E is 223 Hue 46 Saturation 62 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #556A9E?

XYZ Color Model of #556A9E is 15.07, 14.71, 34.39.