#686B9B Hex Color Code

#686B9B

The Hexadecimal Color #686B9B is a contrast shade of Slate Gray. #686B9B RGB value is rgb(104, 107, 155). RGB Color Model of #686B9B consists of 40% red, 41% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #686B9B has 236°(degrees) Hue, 20% Saturation and 51% Lightness. #686B9B color has an wavelength of 471.40741nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #686B9B is #9999CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #686B9B is #669. The Closest Color to #686B9B is #708090. Official Name of #686B9B Hex Code is Kimberly. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #686B9B is 33 Cyan 31 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black and #686B9B CMY is 33, 31, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #686B9B is hsl(236,20,51, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(236, 33, 61). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #686B9B is 16.88, 15.82, 33.17.
Hex8 Value of #686B9B is #686B9BFF. Decimal Value of #686B9B is 6843291 and Octal Value of #686B9B is 32065633. Binary Value of #686B9B is 1101000, 1101011, 10011011 and Android of #686B9B is 4285033371 / 0xff686b9b. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #686B9B is 0.256, 0.24, 0.24 and YIQ Color Space of #686B9B is 111.575, -17.2101, 14.3031. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #686B9B is 13.78, 15.18, 32.89. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #686B9B is 46.74, 10.63, -26.41. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #686B9B is 46.74, -4.22, -39.98. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #686B9B is 46.74, 28.47, 291.92. Hunter Lab variable of #686B9B is 39.77, 6.15, -21.6.

#686B9B - Kimberly Color Image
#686B9B - Kimberly Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #686B9B

RGB Percentages of #686B9B

40%
41%
60%

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 #686B9B

40.78%
41.9%
60.78%

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 #686B9B

33%
31%
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 #686B9B

To get 25% Saturated #686B9B Color, you need to convert the hex color #686B9B 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 #686B9B 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 #686B9B

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 #686B9B

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 #686B9B

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 #686B9B to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #686B9B to it's the darkest color.

#686B9B Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(104, 107, 155)
RGB Percent 40%, 41%, 60%
RYB 104.0, 106.83, 155.0
CMYK 33, 31, 0, 39
CMY 33, 31, 0
HSL hsl(236, 20%, 51%)
HSLA hsl(236, 20%, 51%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(236, 33, 61)
XYZ 16.88, 15.82, 33.17
Hex8 Value #686B9BFF
Decimal Value 6843291
Octal Value 32065633
Binary Value 1101000,1101011,10011011
Android 4285033371 / 0xff686b9b
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(236, 20%, 51%)
xyY 0.256, 0.24, 15.824
YIQ 111.575, -17.2101, 14.3031
LMS 13.78, 15.18, 32.89
CieLAB 46.74, 10.63, -26.41
CieLUV : LCHuv 46.74, -4.22, -39.98
CieLCH : LCHab 46.74, 28.47, 291.92
Hunter Lab 39.77, 6.15, -21.6
YUV 111.575, 21.37, -6.65
YDbDr 111.575, 65.33, 14.41
YCbCr 111.82, 149.53, 123.25
YCoCg 118.25, 129.5, -11.25
YPbPr 111.58, 24.51, -5.4
Munsell Color System 10627.71 189.71/267.12

#686B9B HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#686B9B as Background:

If you're going to be able to look back on something and laugh about it, you might as well laugh about it now.

Marie Osmond
<p style="background: #686B9B">…</p>

#686B9B as Text Color:

I resolved to stop accumulating and begin the infinitely more serious and difficult task of wise distribution.

Andrew Carnegie
<p style="color: #686B9B">…</p>

#686B9B as Text Shadow:

Every cliche about kids is true; they grow up so quickly, you blink and they're gone, and you have to spend the time with them now. But that's a joy.

Liam Neeson
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #686B9B">…</p>

#686B9B as Linear Gradient:

Naturally, there are times when every woman likes to be flattered... to feel she is the most important thing in someone's world. Only a man can paint this picture.

Marilyn Monroe
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #686B9B)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #686B9B?

RGB Value for #686B9B is rgb(104, 107, 155).

What is the RGB percentage of #686B9B?

RGB percentage for #686B9B is 40% Red 41% Green 60% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #686B9B?

CMYK Color Model of #686B9B is 33 Cyan 31 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black.

What is the HSL value of #686B9B?

HSL Value of #686B9B is 236°(degrees) Hue 20 Saturation 51 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #686B9B?

HSV Value of #686B9B is 236 Hue 33 Saturation 61 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #686B9B?

XYZ Color Model of #686B9B is 16.88, 15.82, 33.17.