#556D99 Hex Color Code

#556D99

The Hexadecimal Color #556D99 is a contrast shade of Slate Gray. #556D99 RGB value is rgb(85, 109, 153). RGB Color Model of #556D99 consists of 33% red, 42% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #556D99 has 219°(degrees) Hue, 29% Saturation and 47% Lightness. #556D99 color has an wavelength of 482.11111nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #556D99 is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #556D99 is #569. The Closest Color to #556D99 is #708090. Official Name of #556D99 Hex Code is Waikawa Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #556D99 is 44 Cyan 29 Magenta 0 Yellow 40 Black and #556D99 CMY is 44, 29, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #556D99 is hsl(219,29,47, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(219, 44, 60). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #556D99 is 14.96, 15.17, 32.27.
Hex8 Value of #556D99 is #556D99FF. Decimal Value of #556D99 is 5598617 and Octal Value of #556D99 is 25266631. Binary Value of #556D99 is 1010101, 1101101, 10011001 and Android of #556D99 is 4283788697 / 0xff556d99. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #556D99 is 0.24, 0.243, 0.243 and YIQ Color Space of #556D99 is 106.84, -28.4388, 8.6168. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #556D99 is 12.24, 15.42, 31.99. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #556D99 is 45.87, 3.3, -26.68. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #556D99 is 45.87, -12.81, -39.35. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #556D99 is 45.87, 26.88, 277.05. Hunter Lab variable of #556D99 is 38.95, 0.4, -21.86.

#556D99 - Waikawa Gray Color Image
#556D99 - Waikawa Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #556D99

RGB Percentages of #556D99

33%
42%
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 #556D99

33.33%
40.29%
60.0%

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 #556D99

44%
29%
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 #556D99

To get 25% Saturated #556D99 Color, you need to convert the hex color #556D99 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 #556D99 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 #556D99

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 #556D99

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 #556D99

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 #556D99 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #556D99 to it's the darkest color.

#556D99 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(85, 109, 153)
RGB Percent 33%, 42%, 60%
RYB 85.0, 102.74, 153.0
CMYK 44, 29, 0, 40
CMY 44, 29, 0
HSL hsl(219, 29%, 47%)
HSLA hsl(219, 29%, 47%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(219, 44, 60)
XYZ 14.96, 15.17, 32.27
Hex8 Value #556D99FF
Decimal Value 5598617
Octal Value 25266631
Binary Value 1010101,1101101,10011001
Android 4283788697 / 0xff556d99
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(219, 29%, 47%)
xyY 0.24, 0.243, 15.168
YIQ 106.84, -28.4388, 8.6168
LMS 12.24, 15.42, 31.99
CieLAB 45.87, 3.3, -26.68
CieLUV : LCHuv 45.87, -12.81, -39.35
CieLCH : LCHab 45.87, 26.88, 277.05
Hunter Lab 38.95, 0.4, -21.86
YUV 106.84, 22.71, -19.16
YDbDr 106.84, 69.45, 41.54
YCbCr 107.76, 150.88, 114.32
YCoCg 114.0, 119.0, -5.0
YPbPr 106.84, 26.05, -15.58
Munsell Color System 10505.49 216.05/246.53

#556D99 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#556D99 as Background:

Whatever you are by nature, keep to it; never desert your line of talent. Be what nature intended you for, and you will succeed.

Sydney Smith
<p style="background: #556D99">…</p>

#556D99 as Text Color:

The secret of successful managing is to keep the five guys who hate you away from the four guys who haven't made up their minds.

Casey Stengel
<p style="color: #556D99">…</p>

#556D99 as Text Shadow:

Every great man, every successful man, no matter what the field of endeavor, has known the magic that lies in these words: every adversity has the seed of an equivalent or greater benefit.

W. Clement Stone
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #556D99">…</p>

#556D99 as Linear Gradient:

I was very clear that I wanted to keep 'Thor' out of the rest of the Marvel universe for no less than the first six issues. And the success of the book, I think, speaks well to that decision.

J. Michael Straczynski
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FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #556D99?

RGB Value for #556D99 is rgb(85, 109, 153).

What is the RGB percentage of #556D99?

RGB percentage for #556D99 is 33% Red 42% Green 60% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #556D99?

CMYK Color Model of #556D99 is 44 Cyan 29 Magenta 0 Yellow 40 Black.

What is the HSL value of #556D99?

HSL Value of #556D99 is 219°(degrees) Hue 29 Saturation 47 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #556D99?

HSV Value of #556D99 is 219 Hue 44 Saturation 60 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #556D99?

XYZ Color Model of #556D99 is 14.96, 15.17, 32.27.