#686666 Hex Color Code

#686666

The Hexadecimal Color #686666 is a contrast shade of Dim Gray. #686666 RGB value is rgb(104, 102, 102). RGB Color Model of #686666 consists of 40% red, 40% green and 40% blue. HSL color Mode of #686666 has 0°(degrees) Hue, 1% Saturation and 40% Lightness. #686666 color has an wavelength of 620nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #686666 is #999999. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #686666 is #666. The Closest Color to #686666 is #696969. Official Name of #686666 Hex Code is Ironside Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #686666 is 0 Cyan 2 Magenta 2 Yellow 59 Black and #686666 CMY is 0, 2, 2. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #686666 is hsl(0,1,40, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(0, 2, 41). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #686666 is 12.86, 13.41, 14.48.
Hex8 Value of #686666 is #686666FF. Decimal Value of #686666 is 6841958 and Octal Value of #686666 is 32063146. Binary Value of #686666 is 1101000, 1100110, 1100110 and Android of #686666 is 4285032038 / 0xff686666. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #686666 is 0.316, 0.329, 0.329 and YIQ Color Space of #686666 is 102.598, 1.1918, 0.423. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #686666 is 12.83, 13.8, 14.46. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #686666 is 43.37, 0.76, 0.28. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #686666 is 43.37, 1.11, 0.25. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #686666 is 43.37, 0.81, 20.22. Hunter Lab variable of #686666 is 36.62, -1.4, 2.19.

#686666 - Ironside Gray Color Image
#686666 - Ironside Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #686666

RGB Percentages of #686666

40%
40%
40%

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 #686666

40.78%
40.0%
40.0%

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 #686666

0%
2%
2%
59%

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 #686666

To get 25% Saturated #686666 Color, you need to convert the hex color #686666 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 #686666 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 #686666

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 #686666

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 #686666

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 #686666 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #686666 to it's the darkest color.

#686666 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(104, 102, 102)
RGB Percent 40%, 40%, 40%
RYB 104.0, 102.0, 102.0
CMYK 0, 2, 2, 59
CMY 0, 2, 2
HSL hsl(0, 1%, 40%)
HSLA hsl(0, 1%, 40%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(0, 2, 41)
XYZ 12.86, 13.41, 14.48
Hex8 Value #686666FF
Decimal Value 6841958
Octal Value 32063146
Binary Value 1101000,1100110,1100110
Android 4285032038 / 0xff686666
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(0, 1%, 40%)
xyY 0.316, 0.329, 13.405
YIQ 102.598, 1.1918, 0.423
LMS 12.83, 13.8, 14.46
CieLAB 43.37, 0.76, 0.28
CieLUV : LCHuv 43.37, 1.11, 0.25
CieLCH : LCHab 43.37, 0.81, 20.22
Hunter Lab 36.62, -1.4, 2.19
YUV 102.598, -0.29, 1.23
YDbDr 102.598, -0.9, -2.67
YCbCr 104.11, 127.7, 128.88
YCoCg 102.5, 103.0, -0.5
YPbPr 102.6, -0.34, 1.0
Munsell Color System 10312.36 2.83/308.64

#686666 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#686666 as Background:

The one who does not honor the teacher and the one who does not honor the task, although ever so knowledgeable, they are confused.

Laozi
<p style="background: #686666">…</p>

#686666 as Text Color:

Even great spirits have only their five-fingers' breadth of experience - just beyond it their thinking ceases and their endless empty space and stupidity begins.

Friedrich Nietzsche
<p style="color: #686666">…</p>

#686666 as Text Shadow:

Not only do we as individuals get locked into single-minded views, but we also reinforce these views for each other until the culture itself suffers the same mindlessness.

Ellen Langer
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #686666">…</p>

#686666 as Linear Gradient:

Action in war is like movement in a resistant element. Just as the simplest and most natural of movements, walking, cannot easily be performed in water, so in war, it is difficult for normal efforts to achieve even moderate results.

Carl von Clausewitz
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #686666)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #686666?

RGB Value for #686666 is rgb(104, 102, 102).

What is the RGB percentage of #686666?

RGB percentage for #686666 is 40% Red 40% Green 40% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #686666?

CMYK Color Model of #686666 is 0 Cyan 2 Magenta 2 Yellow 59 Black.

What is the HSL value of #686666?

HSL Value of #686666 is 0°(degrees) Hue 1 Saturation 40 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #686666?

HSV Value of #686666 is 0 Hue 2 Saturation 41 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #686666?

XYZ Color Model of #686666 is 12.86, 13.41, 14.48.