#72797D Hex Color Code

#72797D

The Hexadecimal Color #72797D is a contrast shade of Gray. #72797D RGB value is rgb(114, 121, 125). RGB Color Model of #72797D consists of 44% red, 47% green and 49% blue. HSL color Mode of #72797D has 202°(degrees) Hue, 5% Saturation and 47% Lightness. #72797D color has an wavelength of 492.81481nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #72797D is #999999. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #72797D is #777. The Closest Color to #72797D is #808080. Official Name of #72797D Hex Code is Boulder. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #72797D is 9 Cyan 3 Magenta 0 Yellow 51 Black and #72797D CMY is 9, 3, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #72797D is hsl(202,5,47, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(202, 9, 49). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #72797D is 17.48, 18.73, 22.09.
Hex8 Value of #72797D is #72797DFF. Decimal Value of #72797D is 7502205 and Octal Value of #72797D is 34474575. Binary Value of #72797D is 1110010, 1111001, 1111101 and Android of #72797D is 4285692285 / 0xff72797d. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #72797D is 0.3, 0.321, 0.321 and YIQ Color Space of #72797D is 119.363, -5.4565, -0.2357. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #72797D is 17.27, 19.63, 22.03. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #72797D is 50.37, -1.74, -3.09. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #72797D is 50.37, -4.01, -4.02. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #72797D is 50.37, 3.55, 240.62. Hunter Lab variable of #72797D is 43.28, -3.64, 0.03.

#72797D - Boulder Color Image
#72797D - Boulder Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #72797D

RGB Percentages of #72797D

44%
47%
49%

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 #72797D

44.71%
46.38%
49.02%

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 #72797D

9%
3%
0%
51%

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 #72797D

To get 25% Saturated #72797D Color, you need to convert the hex color #72797D 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 #72797D 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 #72797D

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 #72797D

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 #72797D

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 #72797D to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #72797D to it's the darkest color.

#72797D Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(114, 121, 125)
RGB Percent 44%, 47%, 49%
RYB 114.0, 118.28, 125.0
CMYK 9, 3, 0, 51
CMY 9, 3, 0
HSL hsl(202, 5%, 47%)
HSLA hsl(202, 5%, 47%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(202, 9, 49)
XYZ 17.48, 18.73, 22.09
Hex8 Value #72797DFF
Decimal Value 7502205
Octal Value 34474575
Binary Value 1110010,1111001,1111101
Android 4285692285 / 0xff72797d
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(202, 5%, 47%)
xyY 0.3, 0.321, 18.733
YIQ 119.363, -5.4565, -0.2357
LMS 17.27, 19.63, 22.03
CieLAB 50.37, -1.74, -3.09
CieLUV : LCHuv 50.37, -4.01, -4.02
CieLCH : LCHab 50.37, 3.55, 240.62
Hunter Lab 43.28, -3.64, 0.03
YUV 119.363, 2.77, -4.71
YDbDr 119.363, 8.48, 10.2
YCbCr 118.51, 130.79, 124.64
YCoCg 120.25, 119.5, 0.75
YPbPr 119.36, 3.18, -3.83
Munsell Color System 10968.64 46.99/225.64

#72797D HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#72797D as Background:

I think Americans should have a policy of love. That should be the foreign policy, love. Export Love.

Ziggy Marley
<p style="background: #72797D">…</p>

#72797D as Text Color:

The Bible tells us to love our neighbors, and also to love our enemies; probably because they are generally the same people.

Gilbert K. Chesterton
<p style="color: #72797D">…</p>

#72797D as Text Shadow:

I like America, just as everybody else does. I love America, I gotta say that. But America will be judged.

Bob Dylan
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #72797D">…</p>

#72797D as Linear Gradient:

The fear of death is the most unjustified of all fears, for there's no risk of accident for someone who's dead.

Albert Einstein
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #72797D)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #72797D?

RGB Value for #72797D is rgb(114, 121, 125).

What is the RGB percentage of #72797D?

RGB percentage for #72797D is 44% Red 47% Green 49% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #72797D?

CMYK Color Model of #72797D is 9 Cyan 3 Magenta 0 Yellow 51 Black.

What is the HSL value of #72797D?

HSL Value of #72797D is 202°(degrees) Hue 5 Saturation 47 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #72797D?

HSV Value of #72797D is 202 Hue 9 Saturation 49 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #72797D?

XYZ Color Model of #72797D is 17.48, 18.73, 22.09.