#686C74 Hex Color Code

#686C74

The Hexadecimal Color #686C74 is a contrast shade of Dim Gray. #686C74 RGB value is rgb(104, 108, 116). RGB Color Model of #686C74 consists of 40% red, 42% green and 45% blue. HSL color Mode of #686C74 has 220°(degrees) Hue, 5% Saturation and 43% Lightness. #686C74 color has an wavelength of 481.48148nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #686C74 is #999999. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #686C74 is #667. The Closest Color to #686C74 is #696969. Official Name of #686C74 Hex Code is Nevada. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #686C74 is 10 Cyan 7 Magenta 0 Yellow 55 Black and #686C74 CMY is 10, 7, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #686C74 is hsl(220,5,43, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(220, 10, 45). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #686C74 is 14.22, 14.93, 18.65.
Hex8 Value of #686C74 is #686C74FF. Decimal Value of #686C74 is 6843508 and Octal Value of #686C74 is 32066164. Binary Value of #686C74 is 1101000, 1101100, 1110100 and Android of #686C74 is 4285033588 / 0xff686c74. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #686C74 is 0.298, 0.312, 0.312 and YIQ Color Space of #686C74 is 107.716, -4.954, 1.6436. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #686C74 is 13.81, 15.45, 18.59. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #686C74 is 45.54, 0.18, -4.97. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #686C74 is 45.54, -2.63, -6.81. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #686C74 is 45.54, 4.97, 272.07. Hunter Lab variable of #686C74 is 38.64, -1.93, -1.57.

#686C74 - Nevada Color Image
#686C74 - Nevada Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #686C74

RGB Percentages of #686C74

40%
42%
45%

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 #686C74

40.78%
41.96%
45.49%

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 #686C74

10%
7%
0%
55%

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 #686C74

To get 25% Saturated #686C74 Color, you need to convert the hex color #686C74 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 #686C74 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 #686C74

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 #686C74

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 #686C74

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 #686C74 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #686C74 to it's the darkest color.

#686C74 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(104, 108, 116)
RGB Percent 40%, 42%, 45%
RYB 104.0, 107.0, 116.0
CMYK 10, 7, 0, 55
CMY 10, 7, 0
HSL hsl(220, 5%, 43%)
HSLA hsl(220, 5%, 43%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(220, 10, 45)
XYZ 14.22, 14.93, 18.65
Hex8 Value #686C74FF
Decimal Value 6843508
Octal Value 32066164
Binary Value 1101000,1101100,1110100
Android 4285033588 / 0xff686c74
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(220, 5%, 43%)
xyY 0.298, 0.312, 14.929
YIQ 107.716, -4.954, 1.6436
LMS 13.81, 15.45, 18.59
CieLAB 45.54, 0.18, -4.97
CieLUV : LCHuv 45.54, -2.63, -6.81
CieLCH : LCHab 45.54, 4.97, 272.07
Hunter Lab 38.64, -1.93, -1.57
YUV 107.716, 4.08, -3.26
YDbDr 107.716, 12.46, 7.07
YCbCr 108.51, 132.11, 125.67
YCoCg 109.0, 110.0, -1.0
YPbPr 107.72, 4.67, -2.65
Munsell Color System 10520.29 58.86/250.15

#686C74 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#686C74 as Background:

If you feel lost, disappointed, hesitant, or weak, return to yourself, to who you are, here and now and when you get there, you will discover yourself, like a lotus flower in full bloom, even in a muddy pond, beautiful and strong.

Masaru Emoto
<p style="background: #686C74">…</p>

#686C74 as Text Color:

I feel about airplanes the way I feel about diets. It seems to me that they are wonderful things for other people to go on.

Jean Kerr
<p style="color: #686C74">…</p>

#686C74 as Text Shadow:

I hated every minute of training, but I said, 'Don't quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'

Muhammad Ali
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #686C74">…</p>

#686C74 as Linear Gradient:

When I dare to be powerful - to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid.

Audre Lorde
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #686C74)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #686C74?

RGB Value for #686C74 is rgb(104, 108, 116).

What is the RGB percentage of #686C74?

RGB percentage for #686C74 is 40% Red 42% Green 45% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #686C74?

CMYK Color Model of #686C74 is 10 Cyan 7 Magenta 0 Yellow 55 Black.

What is the HSL value of #686C74?

HSL Value of #686C74 is 220°(degrees) Hue 5 Saturation 43 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #686C74?

HSV Value of #686C74 is 220 Hue 10 Saturation 45 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #686C74?

XYZ Color Model of #686C74 is 14.22, 14.93, 18.65.