#686B9D Hex Color Code

#686B9D

The Hexadecimal Color #686B9D is a contrast shade of Slate Gray. #686B9D RGB value is rgb(104, 107, 157). RGB Color Model of #686B9D consists of 40% red, 41% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #686B9D has 237°(degrees) Hue, 21% Saturation and 51% Lightness. #686B9D color has an wavelength of 470.77778nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #686B9D is #9999CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #686B9D is #669. The Closest Color to #686B9D is #708090. Official Name of #686B9D Hex Code is Kimberly. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #686B9D is 34 Cyan 32 Magenta 0 Yellow 38 Black and #686B9D CMY is 34, 32, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #686B9D is hsl(237,21,51, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(237, 34, 62). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #686B9D is 17.05, 15.89, 34.06.
Hex8 Value of #686B9D is #686B9DFF. Decimal Value of #686B9D is 6843293 and Octal Value of #686B9D is 32065635. Binary Value of #686B9D is 1101000, 1101011, 10011101 and Android of #686B9D is 4285033373 / 0xff686b9d. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #686B9D is 0.254, 0.237, 0.237 and YIQ Color Space of #686B9D is 111.803, -17.8527, 14.9255. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #686B9D is 13.79, 15.18, 33.76. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #686B9D is 46.83, 11.17, -27.44. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #686B9D is 46.83, -4.33, -41.65. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #686B9D is 46.83, 29.63, 292.15. Hunter Lab variable of #686B9D is 39.86, 6.59, -22.76.

#686B9D - Kimberly Color Image
#686B9D - Kimberly Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #686B9D

RGB Percentages of #686B9D

40%
41%
61%

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 #686B9D

40.78%
41.9%
61.57%

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 #686B9D

34%
32%
0%
38%

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 #686B9D

To get 25% Saturated #686B9D Color, you need to convert the hex color #686B9D 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 #686B9D 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 #686B9D

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 #686B9D

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 #686B9D

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 #686B9D to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #686B9D to it's the darkest color.

#686B9D Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(104, 107, 157)
RGB Percent 40%, 41%, 61%
RYB 104.0, 106.84, 157.0
CMYK 34, 32, 0, 38
CMY 34, 32, 0
HSL hsl(237, 21%, 51%)
HSLA hsl(237, 21%, 51%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(237, 34, 62)
XYZ 17.05, 15.89, 34.06
Hex8 Value #686B9DFF
Decimal Value 6843293
Octal Value 32065635
Binary Value 1101000,1101011,10011101
Android 4285033373 / 0xff686b9d
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(237, 21%, 51%)
xyY 0.254, 0.237, 15.892
YIQ 111.803, -17.8527, 14.9255
LMS 13.79, 15.18, 33.76
CieLAB 46.83, 11.17, -27.44
CieLUV : LCHuv 46.83, -4.33, -41.65
CieLCH : LCHab 46.83, 29.63, 292.15
Hunter Lab 39.86, 6.59, -22.76
YUV 111.803, 22.24, -6.85
YDbDr 111.803, 68.0, 14.85
YCbCr 112.02, 150.41, 123.11
YCoCg 118.75, 130.5, -11.75
YPbPr 111.8, 25.51, -5.57
Munsell Color System 10635.45 194.58/266.97

#686B9D HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#686B9D as Background:

A man may do very well with a very little knowledge, and scarce be found out in mixed company; everybody is so much more ready to produce his own, than to call for a display of your acquisitions.

Charles Lamb
<p style="background: #686B9D">…</p>

#686B9D as Text Color:

Such is the constitution of the human mind, that any kind of knowledge, if it be really such, is its own reward.

John Henry Newman
<p style="color: #686B9D">…</p>

#686B9D as Text Shadow:

Conversation with a friend will only bear good fruit of knowledge when both think only of the matter under consideration and forget that they are friends.

Friedrich Nietzsche
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #686B9D">…</p>

#686B9D as Linear Gradient:

Things and men have always a certain sense, a certain side by which they must be got hold of if one wants to obtain a solid grasp and a perfect command.

Joseph Conrad
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #686B9D)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #686B9D?

RGB Value for #686B9D is rgb(104, 107, 157).

What is the RGB percentage of #686B9D?

RGB percentage for #686B9D is 40% Red 41% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #686B9D?

CMYK Color Model of #686B9D is 34 Cyan 32 Magenta 0 Yellow 38 Black.

What is the HSL value of #686B9D?

HSL Value of #686B9D is 237°(degrees) Hue 21 Saturation 51 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #686B9D?

HSV Value of #686B9D is 237 Hue 34 Saturation 62 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #686B9D?

XYZ Color Model of #686B9D is 17.05, 15.89, 34.06.