#556B9A Hex Color Code

#556B9A

The Hexadecimal Color #556B9A is a contrast shade of Slate Gray. #556B9A RGB value is rgb(85, 107, 154). RGB Color Model of #556B9A consists of 33% red, 41% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #556B9A has 221°(degrees) Hue, 29% Saturation and 47% Lightness. #556B9A color has an wavelength of 480.85185nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #556B9A is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #556B9A is #569. The Closest Color to #556B9A is #708090. Official Name of #556B9A Hex Code is Waikawa Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #556B9A is 45 Cyan 31 Magenta 0 Yellow 40 Black and #556B9A CMY is 45, 31, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #556B9A is hsl(221,29,47, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(221, 45, 60). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #556B9A is 14.83, 14.78, 32.64.
Hex8 Value of #556B9A is #556B9AFF. Decimal Value of #556B9A is 5598106 and Octal Value of #556B9A is 25265632. Binary Value of #556B9A is 1010101, 1101011, 10011010 and Android of #556B9A is 4283788186 / 0xff556b9a. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #556B9A is 0.238, 0.237, 0.237 and YIQ Color Space of #556B9A is 105.78, -28.2109, 9.9734. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #556B9A is 11.92, 14.85, 32.34. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #556B9A is 45.33, 4.82, -28.11. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #556B9A is 45.33, -12.07, -41.62. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #556B9A is 45.33, 28.52, 279.73. Hunter Lab variable of #556B9A is 38.44, 1.58, -23.43.

#556B9A - Waikawa Gray Color Image
#556B9A - Waikawa Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #556B9A

RGB Percentages of #556B9A

33%
41%
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 #556B9A

33.33%
39.88%
60.39%

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 #556B9A

45%
31%
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 #556B9A

To get 25% Saturated #556B9A Color, you need to convert the hex color #556B9A 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 #556B9A 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 #556B9A

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 #556B9A

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 #556B9A

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 #556B9A to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #556B9A to it's the darkest color.

#556B9A Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(85, 107, 154)
RGB Percent 33%, 41%, 60%
RYB 85.0, 101.68, 154.0
CMYK 45, 31, 0, 40
CMY 45, 31, 0
HSL hsl(221, 29%, 47%)
HSLA hsl(221, 29%, 47%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(221, 45, 60)
XYZ 14.83, 14.78, 32.64
Hex8 Value #556B9AFF
Decimal Value 5598106
Octal Value 25265632
Binary Value 1010101,1101011,10011010
Android 4283788186 / 0xff556b9a
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(221, 29%, 47%)
xyY 0.238, 0.237, 14.779
YIQ 105.78, -28.2109, 9.9734
LMS 11.92, 14.85, 32.34
CieLAB 45.33, 4.82, -28.11
CieLUV : LCHuv 45.33, -12.07, -41.62
CieLCH : LCHab 45.33, 28.52, 279.73
Hunter Lab 38.44, 1.58, -23.43
YUV 105.78, 23.73, -18.23
YDbDr 105.78, 72.55, 39.53
YCbCr 106.85, 151.9, 114.98
YCoCg 113.25, 119.5, -6.25
YPbPr 105.78, 27.21, -14.82
Munsell Color System 10453.71 223.46/248.59

#556B9A HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#556B9A as Background:

What greater thing is there for two human souls than to feel that they are joined - to strengthen each other - to be at one with each other in silent unspeakable memories.

George Eliot
<p style="background: #556B9A">…</p>

#556B9A as Text Color:

A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots.

Marcus Garvey
<p style="color: #556B9A">…</p>

#556B9A as Text Shadow:

Only one who devotes himself to a cause with his whole strength and soul can be a true master. For this reason mastery demands all of a person.

Albert Einstein
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #556B9A">…</p>

#556B9A as Linear Gradient:

We must restore hope to young people, help the old, be open to the future, spread love. Be poor among the poor. We need to include the excluded and preach peace.

Pope Francis
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #556B9A)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #556B9A?

RGB Value for #556B9A is rgb(85, 107, 154).

What is the RGB percentage of #556B9A?

RGB percentage for #556B9A is 33% Red 41% Green 60% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #556B9A?

CMYK Color Model of #556B9A is 45 Cyan 31 Magenta 0 Yellow 40 Black.

What is the HSL value of #556B9A?

HSL Value of #556B9A is 221°(degrees) Hue 29 Saturation 47 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #556B9A?

HSV Value of #556B9A is 221 Hue 45 Saturation 60 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #556B9A?

XYZ Color Model of #556B9A is 14.83, 14.78, 32.64.