#72729A Hex Color Code

#72729A

The Hexadecimal Color #72729A is a contrast shade of Slate Gray. #72729A RGB value is rgb(114, 114, 154). RGB Color Model of #72729A consists of 44% red, 44% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #72729A has 240°(degrees) Hue, 17% Saturation and 53% Lightness. #72729A color has an wavelength of 468.88889nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #72729A is #9999CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #72729A is #779. The Closest Color to #72729A is #708090. Official Name of #72729A Hex Code is Waterloo . CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #72729A is 26 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 40 Black and #72729A CMY is 26, 26, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #72729A is hsl(240,17,53, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(240, 26, 60). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #72729A is 18.79, 17.94, 33.04.
Hex8 Value of #72729A is #72729AFF. Decimal Value of #72729A is 7500442 and Octal Value of #72729A is 34471232. Binary Value of #72729A is 1110010, 1110010, 10011010 and Android of #72729A is 4285690522 / 0xff72729a. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #72729A is 0.269, 0.257, 0.257 and YIQ Color Space of #72729A is 118.56, -12.852, 12.448. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #72729A is 16.11, 17.43, 32.79. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #72729A is 49.42, 9.28, -21.6. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #72729A is 49.42, -2.33, -32.87. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #72729A is 49.42, 23.51, 293.25. Hunter Lab variable of #72729A is 42.36, 5.06, -16.6.

#72729A - Waterloo  Color Image
#72729A - Waterloo Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #72729A

RGB Percentages of #72729A

44%
44%
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 #72729A

44.71%
44.71%
60.39%

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 #72729A

26%
26%
0%
40%

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 #72729A

To get 25% Saturated #72729A Color, you need to convert the hex color #72729A 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 #72729A 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 #72729A

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 #72729A

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 #72729A

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 #72729A to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #72729A to it's the darkest color.

#72729A Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(114, 114, 154)
RGB Percent 44%, 44%, 60%
RYB 114.0, 114.0, 154.0
CMYK 26, 26, 0, 40
CMY 26, 26, 0
HSL hsl(240, 17%, 53%)
HSLA hsl(240, 17%, 53%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(240, 26, 60)
XYZ 18.79, 17.94, 33.04
Hex8 Value #72729AFF
Decimal Value 7500442
Octal Value 34471232
Binary Value 1110010,1110010,10011010
Android 4285690522 / 0xff72729a
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(240, 17%, 53%)
xyY 0.269, 0.257, 17.945
YIQ 118.56, -12.852, 12.448
LMS 16.11, 17.43, 32.79
CieLAB 49.42, 9.28, -21.6
CieLUV : LCHuv 49.42, -2.33, -32.87
CieLCH : LCHab 49.42, 23.51, 293.25
Hunter Lab 42.36, 5.06, -16.6
YUV 118.56, 17.44, -4.0
YDbDr 118.56, 53.32, 8.68
YCbCr 117.82, 145.57, 125.14
YCoCg 124.0, 134.0, -10.0
YPbPr 118.56, 20.0, -3.25
Munsell Color System 10887.79 152.82/271.88

#72729A HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#72729A as Background:

I didn't flee a dictator or swim an ocean to be an American like some do. I just thought long and hard about it.

Craig Ferguson
<p style="background: #72729A">…</p>

#72729A as Text Color:

I trust you have seen the ocean. If you have, then you have witnessed the divine. How barren the ground is in comparison! If I could count the hours I have spent staring out at it! And yet those hours never feel lost. I cannot imagine how else I could refill them were I given a second chance.

David Ebershoff
<p style="color: #72729A">…</p>

#72729A as Text Shadow:

Though they live far from the coast, they retain a great fascination and passion for the ocean. The sound of crashing waves, the smell of salt air, it affects them deeply and has inspired many of their lovliest songs. There is one that tells of this love, if you want to hear it.

Christopher Paolini
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #72729A">…</p>

#72729A as Linear Gradient:

We don't go to the ocean for anything as simple as happiness, do we? We go there to feel alive. Like life, the ocean holds chance and change, grief and terror and beauty. It promises mortality, not peace.

Eileen Wilks
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #72729A)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #72729A?

RGB Value for #72729A is rgb(114, 114, 154).

What is the RGB percentage of #72729A?

RGB percentage for #72729A is 44% Red 44% Green 60% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #72729A?

CMYK Color Model of #72729A is 26 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 40 Black.

What is the HSL value of #72729A?

HSL Value of #72729A is 240°(degrees) Hue 17 Saturation 53 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #72729A?

HSV Value of #72729A is 240 Hue 26 Saturation 60 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #72729A?

XYZ Color Model of #72729A is 18.79, 17.94, 33.04.