#556C99 Hex Color Code
#556C99
The Hexadecimal Color #556C99 is a contrast shade of Slate Gray. #556C99 RGB value is rgb(85, 108, 153). RGB Color Model of #556C99 consists of 33% red, 42% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #556C99 has 220°(degrees) Hue, 29% Saturation and 47% Lightness. #556C99 color has an wavelength of 481.48148nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #556C99 is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #556C99 is #569. The Closest Color to #556C99 is #708090. Official Name of #556C99 Hex Code is Waikawa Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #556C99 is 44 Cyan 29 Magenta 0 Yellow 40 Black and #556C99 CMY is 44, 29, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #556C99 is hsl(220,29,47, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(220, 44, 60). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #556C99 is 14.86, 14.96, 32.23.
Hex8 Value of #556C99 is #556C99FF. Decimal Value of #556C99 is 5598361 and Octal Value of #556C99 is 25266231. Binary Value of #556C99 is 1010101, 1101100, 10011001 and Android of #556C99 is 4283788441 / 0xff556c99. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #556C99 is 0.239, 0.241, 0.241 and YIQ Color Space of #556C99 is 106.253, -28.1642, 9.1395. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #556C99 is 12.08, 15.14, 31.94. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #556C99 is 45.58, 3.93, -27.12. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #556C99 is 45.58, -12.39, -40.04. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #556C99 is 45.58, 27.4, 278.25. Hunter Lab variable of #556C99 is 38.68, 0.89, -22.33.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #556C99
RGB Percentages of #556C99
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 #556C99
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 #556C99
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 #556C99
To get 25% Saturated #556C99 Color, you need to convert the hex color #556C99 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 #556C99 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 #556C99
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 #556C99
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 #556C99
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 #556C99 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #556C99 to it's the darkest color.
#556C99 Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(85, 108, 153) |
| RGB Percent | 33%, 42%, 60% |
| RYB | 85.0, 102.19, 153.0 |
| CMYK | 44, 29, 0, 40 |
| CMY | 44, 29, 0 |
| HSL | hsl(220, 29%, 47%) |
| HSLA | hsl(220, 29%, 47%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(220, 44, 60) |
| XYZ | 14.86, 14.96, 32.23 |
| Hex8 Value | #556C99FF |
| Decimal Value | 5598361 |
| Octal Value | 25266231 |
| Binary Value | 1010101,1101100,10011001 |
| Android | 4283788441 / 0xff556c99 |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(220, 29%, 47%) |
| xyY | 0.239, 0.241, 14.955 |
| YIQ | 106.253, -28.1642, 9.1395 |
| LMS | 12.08, 15.14, 31.94 |
| CieLAB | 45.58, 3.93, -27.12 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 45.58, -12.39, -40.04 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 45.58, 27.4, 278.25 |
| Hunter Lab | 38.68, 0.89, -22.33 |
| YUV | 106.253, 23.0, -18.65 |
| YDbDr | 106.253, 70.33, 40.42 |
| YCbCr | 107.25, 151.17, 114.68 |
| YCoCg | 113.5, 119.0, -5.5 |
| YPbPr | 106.25, 26.38, -15.16 |
| Munsell Color System | 10477.58 218.56/247.47 |
#556C99 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#556C99 as Background:
[T]omorrow is a new day. You shall begin it well & serenely, & with too high a spirit to be cumbered with your old nonsense. This day ... is too dear with its hopes & invitations to waste a moment on the rotten yesterdays.
<p style="background: #556C99">…</p>#556C99 as Text Color:
This is the real secret of life -- to be completely engaged with what you are doing in the here and now. And instead of calling it work, realize it is play.
<p style="color: #556C99">…</p>#556C99 as Text Shadow:
I think that's what I love about my life. There's no maniacal master plan. It's just unfolding before me.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #556C99">…</p>#556C99 as Linear Gradient:
If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous he will not bite you. This is the principal difference between a dog and man.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #556C99)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #556C99?
RGB Value for #556C99 is rgb(85, 108, 153).
What is the RGB percentage of #556C99?
RGB percentage for #556C99 is 33% Red 42% Green 60% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #556C99?
CMYK Color Model of #556C99 is 44 Cyan 29 Magenta 0 Yellow 40 Black.
What is the HSL value of #556C99?
HSL Value of #556C99 is 220°(degrees) Hue 29 Saturation 47 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #556C99?
HSV Value of #556C99 is 220 Hue 44 Saturation 60 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #556C99?
XYZ Color Model of #556C99 is 14.86, 14.96, 32.23.