#685E6B Hex Color Code

#685E6B

The Hexadecimal Color #685E6B is a contrast shade of Dim Gray. #685E6B RGB value is rgb(104, 94, 107). RGB Color Model of #685E6B consists of 40% red, 36% green and 41% blue. HSL color Mode of #685E6B has 286°(degrees) Hue, 6% Saturation and 39% Lightness. #685E6B color has an wavelength of 439.92593nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #685E6B is #996699. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #685E6B is #666. The Closest Color to #685E6B is #696969. Official Name of #685E6B Hex Code is Salt Box. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #685E6B is 3 Cyan 12 Magenta 0 Yellow 58 Black and #685E6B CMY is 3, 12, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #685E6B is hsl(286,6,39, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(286, 12, 42). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #685E6B is 12.37, 12.01, 15.57.
Hex8 Value of #685E6B is #685E6BFF. Decimal Value of #685E6B is 6839915 and Octal Value of #685E6B is 32057153. Binary Value of #685E6B is 1101000, 1011110, 1101011 and Android of #685E6B is 4285029995 / 0xff685e6b. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #685E6B is 0.31, 0.301, 0.301 and YIQ Color Space of #685E6B is 98.472, 1.7821, 6.1606. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #685E6B is 11.7, 11.78, 15.51. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #685E6B is 41.23, 6.7, -5.91. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #685E6B is 41.23, 4.82, -8.86. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #685E6B is 41.23, 8.93, 318.58. Hunter Lab variable of #685E6B is 34.66, 3.07, -2.38.

#685E6B - Salt Box Color Image
#685E6B - Salt Box Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #685E6B

RGB Percentages of #685E6B

40%
36%
41%

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 #685E6B

40.78%
36.86%
41.96%

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 #685E6B

3%
12%
0%
58%

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 #685E6B

To get 25% Saturated #685E6B Color, you need to convert the hex color #685E6B 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 #685E6B 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 #685E6B

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 #685E6B

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 #685E6B

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 #685E6B to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #685E6B to it's the darkest color.

#685E6B Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(104, 94, 107)
RGB Percent 40%, 36%, 41%
RYB 104.0, 94.0, 107.0
CMYK 3, 12, 0, 58
CMY 3, 12, 0
HSL hsl(286, 6%, 39%)
HSLA hsl(286, 6%, 39%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(286, 12, 42)
XYZ 12.37, 12.01, 15.57
Hex8 Value #685E6BFF
Decimal Value 6839915
Octal Value 32057153
Binary Value 1101000,1011110,1101011
Android 4285029995 / 0xff685e6b
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(286, 6%, 39%)
xyY 0.31, 0.301, 12.01
YIQ 98.472, 1.7821, 6.1606
LMS 11.7, 11.78, 15.51
CieLAB 41.23, 6.7, -5.91
CieLUV : LCHuv 41.23, 4.82, -8.86
CieLCH : LCHab 41.23, 8.93, 318.58
Hunter Lab 34.66, 3.07, -2.38
YUV 98.472, 4.2, 4.85
YDbDr 98.472, 12.83, -10.51
YCbCr 100.57, 132.23, 131.46
YCoCg 99.75, 105.5, -5.75
YPbPr 98.47, 4.81, 3.94
Munsell Color System 10099.51 78.18/310.66

#685E6B HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#685E6B as Background:

Every individual has a place to fill in the world and is important in some respect whether he chooses to be so or not.

Nathaniel Hawthorne
<p style="background: #685E6B">…</p>

#685E6B as Text Color:

More is required of public officials than slogans and handshakes and press releases. More is required. We must hold ourselves strictly accountable. We must provide the people with a vision of the future.

Barbara Jordan
<p style="color: #685E6B">…</p>

#685E6B as Text Shadow:

Real victories are those that protect human life, not those that result from its destruction or emerge from its ashes.

King Hussein I
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #685E6B">…</p>

#685E6B as Linear Gradient:

I think every girl needs to love herself, regardless of anything. Like if you're having a bad day, if you don't like your hair, if you don't have the best family situation, whatever, you have to love yourself and you can't do anything until you love yourself first.

Julianne Hough
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #685E6B)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #685E6B?

RGB Value for #685E6B is rgb(104, 94, 107).

What is the RGB percentage of #685E6B?

RGB percentage for #685E6B is 40% Red 36% Green 41% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #685E6B?

CMYK Color Model of #685E6B is 3 Cyan 12 Magenta 0 Yellow 58 Black.

What is the HSL value of #685E6B?

HSL Value of #685E6B is 286°(degrees) Hue 6 Saturation 39 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #685E6B?

HSV Value of #685E6B is 286 Hue 12 Saturation 42 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #685E6B?

XYZ Color Model of #685E6B is 12.37, 12.01, 15.57.