#686A59 Hex Color Code

#686A59

The Hexadecimal Color #686A59 is a contrast shade of Dim Gray. #686A59 RGB value is rgb(104, 106, 89). RGB Color Model of #686A59 consists of 40% red, 41% green and 34% blue. HSL color Mode of #686A59 has 67°(degrees) Hue, 9% Saturation and 38% Lightness. #686A59 color has an wavelength of 577.81481nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #686A59 is #999966. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #686A59 is #665. The Closest Color to #686A59 is #696969. Official Name of #686A59 Hex Code is Siam. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #686A59 is 2 Cyan 0 Magenta 16 Yellow 58 Black and #686A59 CMY is 2, 0, 16. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #686A59 is hsl(67,9,38, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(67, 16, 42). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #686A59 is 12.67, 13.97, 11.48.
Hex8 Value of #686A59 is #686A59FF. Decimal Value of #686A59 is 6842969 and Octal Value of #686A59 is 32065131. Binary Value of #686A59 is 1101000, 1101010, 1011001 and Android of #686A59 is 4285033049 / 0xff686a59. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #686A59 is 0.332, 0.367, 0.367 and YIQ Color Space of #686A59 is 103.464, 4.2703, -5.7134. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #686A59 is 13.42, 14.87, 11.52. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #686A59 is 44.19, -4.02, 9.29. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #686A59 is 44.19, -0.22, 12.36. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #686A59 is 44.19, 10.12, 113.4. Hunter Lab variable of #686A59 is 37.38, -4.9, 7.95.

#686A59 - Siam Color Image
#686A59 - Siam Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #686A59

RGB Percentages of #686A59

40%
41%
34%

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 #686A59

34.9%
41.57%
35.69%

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 #686A59

2%
0%
16%
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 #686A59

To get 25% Saturated #686A59 Color, you need to convert the hex color #686A59 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 #686A59 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 #686A59

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 #686A59

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 #686A59

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 #686A59 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #686A59 to it's the darkest color.

#686A59 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(104, 106, 89)
RGB Percent 40%, 41%, 34%
RYB 89.0, 106.0, 91.0
CMYK 2, 0, 16, 58
CMY 2, 0, 16
HSL hsl(67, 9%, 38%)
HSLA hsl(67, 9%, 38%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(67, 16, 42)
XYZ 12.67, 13.97, 11.48
Hex8 Value #686A59FF
Decimal Value 6842969
Octal Value 32065131
Binary Value 1101000,1101010,1011001
Android 4285033049 / 0xff686a59
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(67, 9%, 38%)
xyY 0.332, 0.367, 13.972
YIQ 103.464, 4.2703, -5.7134
LMS 13.42, 14.87, 11.52
CieLAB 44.19, -4.02, 9.29
CieLUV : LCHuv 44.19, -0.22, 12.36
CieLCH : LCHab 44.19, 10.12, 113.4
Hunter Lab 37.38, -4.9, 7.95
YUV 103.464, -7.12, 0.47
YDbDr 103.464, -21.76, -1.02
YCbCr 104.86, 120.83, 128.34
YCoCg 101.25, 96.5, 4.75
YPbPr 103.46, -8.16, 0.38
Munsell Color System 10390.19 72.16/112.63

#686A59 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#686A59 as Background:

There is no persuasiveness more effectual than the transparency of a single heart, of a sincere life.

Joseph Barber Lightfoot
<p style="background: #686A59">…</p>

#686A59 as Text Color:

I don't think life is absurd. I think we are all here for a huge purpose. I think we shrink from the immensity of the purpose we are here for.

Norman Mailer
<p style="color: #686A59">…</p>

#686A59 as Text Shadow:

On the plains of hesitation lie the blackened bones of countless millions who at the dawn of victory lay down to rest, and in resting died.

Adlai E. Stevenson
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #686A59">…</p>

#686A59 as Linear Gradient:

So long as we love we serve; so long as we are loved by others, I would almost say that we are indispensable; and no man is useless while he has a friend.

Robert Louis Stevenson
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #686A59)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #686A59?

RGB Value for #686A59 is rgb(104, 106, 89).

What is the RGB percentage of #686A59?

RGB percentage for #686A59 is 40% Red 41% Green 34% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #686A59?

CMYK Color Model of #686A59 is 2 Cyan 0 Magenta 16 Yellow 58 Black.

What is the HSL value of #686A59?

HSL Value of #686A59 is 67°(degrees) Hue 9 Saturation 38 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #686A59?

HSV Value of #686A59 is 67 Hue 16 Saturation 42 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #686A59?

XYZ Color Model of #686A59 is 12.67, 13.97, 11.48.