#685E72 Hex Color Code
#685E72
The Hexadecimal Color #685E72 is a contrast shade of Dim Gray. #685E72 RGB value is rgb(104, 94, 114). RGB Color Model of #685E72 consists of 40% red, 36% green and 44% blue. HSL color Mode of #685E72 has 270°(degrees) Hue, 10% Saturation and 41% Lightness. #685E72 color has an wavelength of 450nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #685E72 is #996699. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #685E72 is #667. The Closest Color to #685E72 is #696969. Official Name of #685E72 Hex Code is Smoky. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #685E72 is 9 Cyan 18 Magenta 0 Yellow 55 Black and #685E72 CMY is 9, 18, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #685E72 is hsl(270,10,41, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(270, 18, 45). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #685E72 is 12.75, 12.16, 17.59.
Hex8 Value of #685E72 is #685E72FF. Decimal Value of #685E72 is 6839922 and Octal Value of #685E72 is 32057162. Binary Value of #685E72 is 1101000, 1011110, 1110010 and Android of #685E72 is 4285030002 / 0xff685e72. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #685E72 is 0.3, 0.286, 0.286 and YIQ Color Space of #685E72 is 99.27, -0.467, 8.339. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #685E72 is 11.71, 11.78, 17.5. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #685E72 is 41.47, 8.24, -9.84. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #685E72 is 41.47, 4.24, -14.51. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #685E72 is 41.47, 12.83, 309.94. Hunter Lab variable of #685E72 is 34.87, 4.24, -5.5.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #685E72
RGB Percentages of #685E72
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 #685E72
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 #685E72
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 #685E72
To get 25% Saturated #685E72 Color, you need to convert the hex color #685E72 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 #685E72 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 #685E72
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 #685E72
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 #685E72
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 #685E72 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #685E72 to it's the darkest color.
#685E72 Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(104, 94, 114) |
| RGB Percent | 40%, 36%, 44% |
| RYB | 104.0, 94.0, 114.0 |
| CMYK | 9, 18, 0, 55 |
| CMY | 9, 18, 0 |
| HSL | hsl(270, 10%, 41%) |
| HSLA | hsl(270, 10%, 41%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(270, 18, 45) |
| XYZ | 12.75, 12.16, 17.59 |
| Hex8 Value | #685E72FF |
| Decimal Value | 6839922 |
| Octal Value | 32057162 |
| Binary Value | 1101000,1011110,1110010 |
| Android | 4285030002 / 0xff685e72 |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(270, 10%, 41%) |
| xyY | 0.3, 0.286, 12.163 |
| YIQ | 99.27, -0.467, 8.339 |
| LMS | 11.71, 11.78, 17.5 |
| CieLAB | 41.47, 8.24, -9.84 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 41.47, 4.24, -14.51 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 41.47, 12.83, 309.94 |
| Hunter Lab | 34.87, 4.24, -5.5 |
| YUV | 99.27, 7.25, 4.15 |
| YDbDr | 99.27, 22.16, -8.99 |
| YCbCr | 101.26, 135.3, 130.96 |
| YCoCg | 101.5, 109.0, -7.5 |
| YPbPr | 99.27, 8.31, 3.37 |
| Munsell Color System | 10124.42 107.33/299.92 |
#685E72 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#685E72 as Background:
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<p style="background: #685E72">…</p>#685E72 as Text Color:
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<p style="color: #685E72">…</p>#685E72 as Text Shadow:
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<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #685E72">…</p>#685E72 as Linear Gradient:
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<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #685E72)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #685E72?
RGB Value for #685E72 is rgb(104, 94, 114).
What is the RGB percentage of #685E72?
RGB percentage for #685E72 is 40% Red 36% Green 44% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #685E72?
CMYK Color Model of #685E72 is 9 Cyan 18 Magenta 0 Yellow 55 Black.
What is the HSL value of #685E72?
HSL Value of #685E72 is 270°(degrees) Hue 10 Saturation 41 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #685E72?
HSV Value of #685E72 is 270 Hue 18 Saturation 45 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #685E72?
XYZ Color Model of #685E72 is 12.75, 12.16, 17.59.