#556D79 Hex Color Code

#556D79

The Hexadecimal Color #556D79 is a contrast shade of Dim Gray. #556D79 RGB value is rgb(85, 109, 121). RGB Color Model of #556D79 consists of 33% red, 42% green and 47% blue. HSL color Mode of #556D79 has 200°(degrees) Hue, 17% Saturation and 40% Lightness. #556D79 color has an wavelength of 494.07407nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #556D79 is #669999. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #556D79 is #567. The Closest Color to #556D79 is #696969. Official Name of #556D79 Hex Code is Shuttle Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #556D79 is 30 Cyan 10 Magenta 0 Yellow 53 Black and #556D79 CMY is 30, 10, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #556D79 is hsl(200,17,40, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(200, 30, 47). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #556D79 is 12.67, 14.25, 20.17.
Hex8 Value of #556D79 is #556D79FF. Decimal Value of #556D79 is 5598585 and Octal Value of #556D79 is 25266571. Binary Value of #556D79 is 1010101, 1101101, 1111001 and Android of #556D79 is 4283788665 / 0xff556d79. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #556D79 is 0.269, 0.303, 0.303 and YIQ Color Space of #556D79 is 103.192, -18.1572, -1.3416. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #556D79 is 12.13, 15.4, 20.07. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #556D79 is 44.59, -5.74, -9.55. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #556D79 is 44.59, -12.29, -12.39. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #556D79 is 44.59, 11.14, 238.99. Hunter Lab variable of #556D79 is 37.75, -6.15, -5.26.

#556D79 - Shuttle Gray Color Image
#556D79 - Shuttle Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #556D79

RGB Percentages of #556D79

33%
42%
47%

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 #556D79

33.33%
38.98%
47.45%

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 #556D79

30%
10%
0%
53%

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 #556D79

To get 25% Saturated #556D79 Color, you need to convert the hex color #556D79 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 #556D79 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 #556D79

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 #556D79

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 #556D79

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 #556D79 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #556D79 to it's the darkest color.

#556D79 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(85, 109, 121)
RGB Percent 33%, 42%, 47%
RYB 85.0, 99.4, 121.0
CMYK 30, 10, 0, 53
CMY 30, 10, 0
HSL hsl(200, 17%, 40%)
HSLA hsl(200, 17%, 40%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(200, 30, 47)
XYZ 12.67, 14.25, 20.17
Hex8 Value #556D79FF
Decimal Value 5598585
Octal Value 25266571
Binary Value 1010101,1101101,1111001
Android 4283788665 / 0xff556d79
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(200, 17%, 40%)
xyY 0.269, 0.303, 14.249
YIQ 103.192, -18.1572, -1.3416
LMS 12.13, 15.4, 20.07
CieLAB 44.59, -5.74, -9.55
CieLUV : LCHuv 44.59, -12.29, -12.39
CieLCH : LCHab 44.59, 11.14, 238.99
Hunter Lab 37.75, -6.15, -5.26
YUV 103.192, 8.76, -15.96
YDbDr 103.192, 26.8, 34.6
YCbCr 104.62, 136.83, 116.6
YCoCg 106.0, 103.0, 3.0
YPbPr 103.19, 10.05, -12.98
Munsell Color System 10387.71 133.00/224.10

#556D79 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#556D79 as Background:

Mathematics is an obscure field, an abstruse science, complicated and exact; yet so many have attained perfection in it that we might conclude almost anyone who seriously applied himself would achieve a measure of success.

Marcus Tullius Cicero
<p style="background: #556D79">…</p>

#556D79 as Text Color:

Keep working hard and you can get anything that you want. If God gave you the talent, you should go for it. But don't think it's going to be easy. It's hard!

Aaliyah
<p style="color: #556D79">…</p>

#556D79 as Text Shadow:

The Duke of Wellington brought to the post of first minister immortal fame,-a quality of success which would almost seem to include all others.

Benjamin Disraeli
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #556D79">…</p>

#556D79 as Linear Gradient:

Practice Golden-Rule 1 of Management in everything you do. Manage others the way you would like to be managed.

Brian Tracy
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #556D79)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #556D79?

RGB Value for #556D79 is rgb(85, 109, 121).

What is the RGB percentage of #556D79?

RGB percentage for #556D79 is 33% Red 42% Green 47% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #556D79?

CMYK Color Model of #556D79 is 30 Cyan 10 Magenta 0 Yellow 53 Black.

What is the HSL value of #556D79?

HSL Value of #556D79 is 200°(degrees) Hue 17 Saturation 40 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #556D79?

HSV Value of #556D79 is 200 Hue 30 Saturation 47 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #556D79?

XYZ Color Model of #556D79 is 12.67, 14.25, 20.17.