#727C9C Hex Color Code

#727C9C

The Hexadecimal Color #727C9C is a contrast shade of Slate Gray. #727C9C RGB value is rgb(114, 124, 156). RGB Color Model of #727C9C consists of 44% red, 48% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #727C9C has 226°(degrees) Hue, 18% Saturation and 53% Lightness. #727C9C color has an wavelength of 477.7037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #727C9C is #9999CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #727C9C is #779. The Closest Color to #727C9C is #708090. Official Name of #727C9C Hex Code is Waterloo . CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #727C9C is 27 Cyan 21 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black and #727C9C CMY is 27, 21, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #727C9C is hsl(226,18,53, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(226, 27, 61). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #727C9C is 20.15, 20.39, 34.32.
Hex8 Value of #727C9C is #727C9CFF. Decimal Value of #727C9C is 7503004 and Octal Value of #727C9C is 34476234. Binary Value of #727C9C is 1110010, 1111100, 10011100 and Android of #727C9C is 4285693084 / 0xff727c9c. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #727C9C is 0.269, 0.272, 0.272 and YIQ Color Space of #727C9C is 124.658, -16.2406, 7.8434. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #727C9C is 17.95, 20.64, 34.09. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #727C9C is 52.28, 3.85, -18.39. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #727C9C is 52.28, -6.76, -27.56. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #727C9C is 52.28, 18.79, 281.82. Hunter Lab variable of #727C9C is 45.16, 0.63, -13.45.

#727C9C - Waterloo  Color Image
#727C9C - Waterloo Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #727C9C

RGB Percentages of #727C9C

44%
48%
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 #727C9C

44.71%
47.87%
61.18%

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 #727C9C

27%
21%
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 #727C9C

To get 25% Saturated #727C9C Color, you need to convert the hex color #727C9C 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 #727C9C 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 #727C9C

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 #727C9C

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 #727C9C

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 #727C9C to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #727C9C to it's the darkest color.

#727C9C Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(114, 124, 156)
RGB Percent 44%, 48%, 61%
RYB 114.0, 122.08, 156.0
CMYK 27, 21, 0, 39
CMY 27, 21, 0
HSL hsl(226, 18%, 53%)
HSLA hsl(226, 18%, 53%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(226, 27, 61)
XYZ 20.15, 20.39, 34.32
Hex8 Value #727C9CFF
Decimal Value 7503004
Octal Value 34476234
Binary Value 1110010,1111100,10011100
Android 4285693084 / 0xff727c9c
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(226, 18%, 53%)
xyY 0.269, 0.272, 20.392
YIQ 124.658, -16.2406, 7.8434
LMS 17.95, 20.64, 34.09
CieLAB 52.28, 3.85, -18.39
CieLUV : LCHuv 52.28, -6.76, -27.56
CieLCH : LCHab 52.28, 18.79, 281.82
Hunter Lab 45.16, 0.63, -13.45
YUV 124.658, 15.42, -9.35
YDbDr 124.658, 47.16, 20.27
YCbCr 123.06, 143.54, 121.32
YCoCg 129.5, 135.0, -5.5
YPbPr 124.66, 17.69, -7.6
Munsell Color System 11122.22 132.96/257.61

#727C9C HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#727C9C as Background:

There is no persuasiveness more effectual than the transparency of a single heart, of a sincere life.

Joseph Barber Lightfoot
<p style="background: #727C9C">…</p>

#727C9C as Text Color:

I don't think life is absurd. I think we are all here for a huge purpose. I think we shrink from the immensity of the purpose we are here for.

Norman Mailer
<p style="color: #727C9C">…</p>

#727C9C as Text Shadow:

On the plains of hesitation lie the blackened bones of countless millions who at the dawn of victory lay down to rest, and in resting died.

Adlai E. Stevenson
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #727C9C">…</p>

#727C9C as Linear Gradient:

So long as we love we serve; so long as we are loved by others, I would almost say that we are indispensable; and no man is useless while he has a friend.

Robert Louis Stevenson
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #727C9C)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #727C9C?

RGB Value for #727C9C is rgb(114, 124, 156).

What is the RGB percentage of #727C9C?

RGB percentage for #727C9C is 44% Red 48% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #727C9C?

CMYK Color Model of #727C9C is 27 Cyan 21 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black.

What is the HSL value of #727C9C?

HSL Value of #727C9C is 226°(degrees) Hue 18 Saturation 53 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #727C9C?

HSV Value of #727C9C is 226 Hue 27 Saturation 61 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #727C9C?

XYZ Color Model of #727C9C is 20.15, 20.39, 34.32.