#556D9E Hex Color Code
#556D9E
The Hexadecimal Color #556D9E is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #556D9E RGB value is rgb(85, 109, 158). RGB Color Model of #556D9E consists of 33% red, 42% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #556D9E has 220°(degrees) Hue, 30% Saturation and 48% Lightness. #556D9E color has an wavelength of 481.48148nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #556D9E is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #556D9E is #569. The Closest Color to #556D9E is #4682B4. Official Name of #556D9E Hex Code is Waikawa Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #556D9E is 46 Cyan 31 Magenta 0 Yellow 38 Black and #556D9E CMY is 46, 31, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #556D9E is hsl(220,30,48, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(220, 46, 62). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #556D9E is 15.38, 15.34, 34.49.
Hex8 Value of #556D9E is #556D9EFF. Decimal Value of #556D9E is 5598622 and Octal Value of #556D9E is 25266636. Binary Value of #556D9E is 1010101, 1101101, 10011110 and Android of #556D9E is 4283788702 / 0xff556d9e. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #556D9E is 0.236, 0.235, 0.235 and YIQ Color Space of #556D9E is 107.41, -30.0453, 10.1728. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #556D9E is 12.26, 15.43, 34.17. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #556D9E is 46.1, 4.81, -29.27. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #556D9E is 46.1, -12.91, -43.57. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #556D9E is 46.1, 29.66, 279.33. Hunter Lab variable of #556D9E is 39.17, 1.55, -24.79.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #556D9E
RGB Percentages of #556D9E
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 #556D9E
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 #556D9E
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 #556D9E
To get 25% Saturated #556D9E Color, you need to convert the hex color #556D9E 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 #556D9E 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 #556D9E
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 #556D9E
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 #556D9E
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 #556D9E to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #556D9E to it's the darkest color.
#556D9E Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(85, 109, 158) |
| RGB Percent | 33%, 42%, 61% |
| RYB | 85.0, 103.06, 158.0 |
| CMYK | 46, 31, 0, 38 |
| CMY | 46, 31, 0 |
| HSL | hsl(220, 30%, 48%) |
| HSLA | hsl(220, 30%, 48%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(220, 46, 62) |
| XYZ | 15.38, 15.34, 34.49 |
| Hex8 Value | #556D9EFF |
| Decimal Value | 5598622 |
| Octal Value | 25266636 |
| Binary Value | 1010101,1101101,10011110 |
| Android | 4283788702 / 0xff556d9e |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(220, 30%, 48%) |
| xyY | 0.236, 0.235, 15.336 |
| YIQ | 107.41, -30.0453, 10.1728 |
| LMS | 12.26, 15.43, 34.17 |
| CieLAB | 46.1, 4.81, -29.27 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 46.1, -12.91, -43.57 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 46.1, 29.66, 279.33 |
| Hunter Lab | 39.17, 1.55, -24.79 |
| YUV | 107.41, 24.89, -19.66 |
| YDbDr | 107.41, 76.12, 42.63 |
| YCbCr | 108.25, 153.08, 113.96 |
| YCoCg | 115.25, 121.5, -6.25 |
| YPbPr | 107.41, 28.55, -15.98 |
| Munsell Color System | 10525.90 227.40/247.58 |
#556D9E HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#556D9E as Background:
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<p style="background: #556D9E">…</p>#556D9E as Text Color:
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<p style="color: #556D9E">…</p>#556D9E as Text Shadow:
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<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #556D9E">…</p>#556D9E as Linear Gradient:
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<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #556D9E)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #556D9E?
RGB Value for #556D9E is rgb(85, 109, 158).
What is the RGB percentage of #556D9E?
RGB percentage for #556D9E is 33% Red 42% Green 61% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #556D9E?
CMYK Color Model of #556D9E is 46 Cyan 31 Magenta 0 Yellow 38 Black.
What is the HSL value of #556D9E?
HSL Value of #556D9E is 220°(degrees) Hue 30 Saturation 48 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #556D9E?
HSV Value of #556D9E is 220 Hue 46 Saturation 62 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #556D9E?
XYZ Color Model of #556D9E is 15.38, 15.34, 34.49.