#72878E Hex Color Code

#72878E

The Hexadecimal Color #72878E is a contrast shade of Slate Gray. #72878E RGB value is rgb(114, 135, 142). RGB Color Model of #72878E consists of 44% red, 52% green and 55% blue. HSL color Mode of #72878E has 195°(degrees) Hue, 11% Saturation and 50% Lightness. #72878E color has an wavelength of 497.22222nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #72878E is #999999. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #72878E is #788. The Closest Color to #72878E is #708090. Official Name of #72878E Hex Code is Blue Smoke. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #72878E is 20 Cyan 5 Magenta 0 Yellow 44 Black and #72878E CMY is 20, 5, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #72878E is hsl(195,11,50, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(195, 20, 56). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #72878E is 20.48, 22.86, 28.92.
Hex8 Value of #72878E is #72878EFF. Decimal Value of #72878E is 7505806 and Octal Value of #72878E is 34503616. Binary Value of #72878E is 1110010, 10000111, 10001110 and Android of #72878E is 4285695886 / 0xff72878e. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #72878E is 0.283, 0.316, 0.316 and YIQ Color Space of #72878E is 129.519, -14.763, -2.2631. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #72878E is 20.13, 24.57, 28.81. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #72878E is 54.93, -5.97, -6.27. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #72878E is 54.93, -11.32, -8.06. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #72878E is 54.93, 8.66, 226.4. Hunter Lab variable of #72878E is 47.81, -7.21, -2.39.

#72878E - Blue Smoke Color Image
#72878E - Blue Smoke Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #72878E

RGB Percentages of #72878E

44%
52%
55%

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 #72878E

44.71%
49.41%
55.69%

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 #72878E

20%
5%
0%
44%

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 #72878E

To get 25% Saturated #72878E Color, you need to convert the hex color #72878E 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 #72878E 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 #72878E

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 #72878E

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 #72878E

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 #72878E to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #72878E to it's the darkest color.

#72878E Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(114, 135, 142)
RGB Percent 44%, 52%, 55%
RYB 114.0, 126.0, 142.0
CMYK 20, 5, 0, 44
CMY 20, 5, 0
HSL hsl(195, 11%, 50%)
HSLA hsl(195, 11%, 50%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(195, 20, 56)
XYZ 20.48, 22.86, 28.92
Hex8 Value #72878EFF
Decimal Value 7505806
Octal Value 34503616
Binary Value 1110010,10000111,10001110
Android 4285695886 / 0xff72878e
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(195, 11%, 50%)
xyY 0.283, 0.316, 22.858
YIQ 129.519, -14.763, -2.2631
LMS 20.13, 24.57, 28.81
CieLAB 54.93, -5.97, -6.27
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.93, -11.32, -8.06
CieLCH : LCHab 54.93, 8.66, 226.4
Hunter Lab 47.81, -7.21, -2.39
YUV 129.519, 6.14, -13.62
YDbDr 129.519, 18.78, 29.51
YCbCr 127.23, 134.19, 118.28
YCoCg 131.5, 128.0, 3.5
YPbPr 129.52, 7.04, -11.07
Munsell Color System 11329.04 85.16/217.17

#72878E HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#72878E 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: #72878E">…</p>

#72878E 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: #72878E">…</p>

#72878E 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 #72878E">…</p>

#72878E 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, #72878E)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #72878E?

RGB Value for #72878E is rgb(114, 135, 142).

What is the RGB percentage of #72878E?

RGB percentage for #72878E is 44% Red 52% Green 55% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #72878E?

CMYK Color Model of #72878E is 20 Cyan 5 Magenta 0 Yellow 44 Black.

What is the HSL value of #72878E?

HSL Value of #72878E is 195°(degrees) Hue 11 Saturation 50 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #72878E?

HSV Value of #72878E is 195 Hue 20 Saturation 56 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #72878E?

XYZ Color Model of #72878E is 20.48, 22.86, 28.92.