#55979C Hex Color Code

#55979C

The Hexadecimal Color #55979C is a contrast shade of Cadet Blue. #55979C RGB value is rgb(85, 151, 156). RGB Color Model of #55979C consists of 33% red, 59% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #55979C has 184°(degrees) Hue, 29% Saturation and 47% Lightness. #55979C color has an wavelength of 504.14815nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #55979C is #6699CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #55979C is #599. The Closest Color to #55979C is #5F9EA0. Official Name of #55979C Hex Code is Smalt Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #55979C is 46 Cyan 3 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black and #55979C CMY is 46, 3, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #55979C is hsl(184,29,47, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(184, 46, 61). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #55979C is 20.81, 26.46, 35.46.
Hex8 Value of #55979C is #55979CFF. Decimal Value of #55979C is 5609372 and Octal Value of #55979C is 25313634. Binary Value of #55979C is 1010101, 10010111, 10011100 and Android of #55979C is 4283799452 / 0xff55979c. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #55979C is 0.252, 0.32, 0.32 and YIQ Color Space of #55979C is 131.836, -40.9359, -12.403. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #55979C is 20.86, 30.49, 35.29. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #55979C is 58.47, -19.64, -9.2. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #55979C is 58.47, -29.65, -10.61. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #55979C is 58.47, 21.69, 205.1. Hunter Lab variable of #55979C is 51.44, -17.81, -4.86.

#55979C - Smalt Blue Color Image
#55979C - Smalt Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #55979C

RGB Percentages of #55979C

33%
59%
61%

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 #55979C

33.33%
46.75%
61.18%

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 #55979C

46%
3%
0%
39%

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 #55979C

To get 25% Saturated #55979C Color, you need to convert the hex color #55979C 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 #55979C 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 #55979C

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 #55979C

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 #55979C

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 #55979C to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #55979C to it's the darkest color.

#55979C Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(85, 151, 156)
RGB Percent 33%, 59%, 61%
RYB 85.0, 119.2, 156.0
CMYK 46, 3, 0, 39
CMY 46, 3, 0
HSL hsl(184, 29%, 47%)
HSLA hsl(184, 29%, 47%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(184, 46, 61)
XYZ 20.81, 26.46, 35.46
Hex8 Value #55979CFF
Decimal Value 5609372
Octal Value 25313634
Binary Value 1010101,10010111,10011100
Android 4283799452 / 0xff55979c
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(184, 29%, 47%)
xyY 0.252, 0.32, 26.463
YIQ 131.836, -40.9359, -12.403
LMS 20.86, 30.49, 35.29
CieLAB 58.47, -19.64, -9.2
CieLUV : LCHuv 58.47, -29.65, -10.61
CieLCH : LCHab 58.47, 21.69, 205.1
Hunter Lab 51.44, -17.81, -4.86
YUV 131.836, 11.88, -41.09
YDbDr 131.836, 36.37, 89.06
YCbCr 129.22, 139.98, 98.65
YCoCg 135.75, 120.5, 15.25
YPbPr 131.84, 13.64, -33.41
Munsell Color System 11556.42 159.63/202.69

#55979C HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#55979C as Background:

I think to be 'tough' means you look relaxed. So you have to be tough to win tournaments. But you don't want to be so tough on yourself.

Yani Tseng
<p style="background: #55979C">…</p>

#55979C as Text Color:

It had long since come to my attention that people of accomplishment rarely sat back and let things happen to them. They went out and happened to things.

Leonardo da Vinci
<p style="color: #55979C">…</p>

#55979C as Text Shadow:

Do your little bit of good where you are; its those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.

Desmond Tutu
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #55979C">…</p>

#55979C as Linear Gradient:

I'd be more frightened by not using whatever abilities I'd been given. I'd be more frightened by procrastination and laziness.

Denzel Washington
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #55979C)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #55979C?

RGB Value for #55979C is rgb(85, 151, 156).

What is the RGB percentage of #55979C?

RGB percentage for #55979C is 33% Red 59% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #55979C?

CMYK Color Model of #55979C is 46 Cyan 3 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black.

What is the HSL value of #55979C?

HSL Value of #55979C is 184°(degrees) Hue 29 Saturation 47 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #55979C?

HSV Value of #55979C is 184 Hue 46 Saturation 61 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #55979C?

XYZ Color Model of #55979C is 20.81, 26.46, 35.46.