#74779C Hex Color Code

#74779C

The Hexadecimal Color #74779C is a contrast shade of Slate Gray. #74779C RGB value is rgb(116, 119, 156). RGB Color Model of #74779C consists of 45% red, 46% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #74779C has 236°(degrees) Hue, 17% Saturation and 53% Lightness. #74779C color has an wavelength of 471.40741nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #74779C is #9999CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #74779C is #779. The Closest Color to #74779C is #708090. Official Name of #74779C Hex Code is Waterloo . CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #74779C is 26 Cyan 24 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black and #74779C CMY is 26, 24, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #74779C is hsl(236,17,53, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(236, 26, 61). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #74779C is 19.8, 19.31, 34.13.
Hex8 Value of #74779C is #74779CFF. Decimal Value of #74779C is 7632796 and Octal Value of #74779C is 35073634. Binary Value of #74779C is 1110100, 1110111, 10011100 and Android of #74779C is 4285822876 / 0xff74779c. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #74779C is 0.27, 0.264, 0.264 and YIQ Color Space of #74779C is 122.321, -13.6758, 10.8799. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #74779C is 17.26, 19.06, 33.89. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #74779C is 51.05, 7.4, -20.26. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #74779C is 51.05, -3.67, -30.77. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #74779C is 51.05, 21.57, 290.06. Hunter Lab variable of #74779C is 43.94, 3.53, -15.29.

#74779C - Waterloo  Color Image
#74779C - Waterloo Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #74779C

RGB Percentages of #74779C

45%
46%
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 #74779C

45.49%
46.58%
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 #74779C

26%
24%
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 #74779C

To get 25% Saturated #74779C Color, you need to convert the hex color #74779C 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 #74779C 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 #74779C

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 #74779C

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 #74779C

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 #74779C to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #74779C to it's the darkest color.

#74779C Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(116, 119, 156)
RGB Percent 45%, 46%, 61%
RYB 116.0, 118.79, 156.0
CMYK 26, 24, 0, 39
CMY 26, 24, 0
HSL hsl(236, 17%, 53%)
HSLA hsl(236, 17%, 53%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(236, 26, 61)
XYZ 19.8, 19.31, 34.13
Hex8 Value #74779CFF
Decimal Value 7632796
Octal Value 35073634
Binary Value 1110100,1110111,10011100
Android 4285822876 / 0xff74779c
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(236, 17%, 53%)
xyY 0.27, 0.264, 19.307
YIQ 122.321, -13.6758, 10.8799
LMS 17.26, 19.06, 33.89
CieLAB 51.05, 7.4, -20.26
CieLUV : LCHuv 51.05, -3.67, -30.77
CieLCH : LCHab 51.05, 21.57, 290.06
Hunter Lab 43.94, 3.53, -15.29
YUV 122.321, 16.57, -5.55
YDbDr 122.321, 50.67, 12.03
YCbCr 121.05, 144.7, 124.04
YCoCg 127.5, 136.0, -8.5
YPbPr 122.32, 19.01, -4.51
Munsell Color System 11026.46 141.70/267.89

#74779C HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#74779C as Background:

We abuse land because we regard it as a commodity belonging to us. When we see land as a community to which we belong, we may begin to use it with love and respect.

Aldo Leopold
<p style="background: #74779C">…</p>

#74779C as Text Color:

We owe it to ourselves and to the next generation to conserve the environment so that we can bequeath our children a sustainable world that benefits all.

Wangari Maathai
<p style="color: #74779C">…</p>

#74779C as Text Shadow:

There is no passion to be found playing small - in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.

Nelson Mandela
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #74779C">…</p>

#74779C as Linear Gradient:

If we could read the secret history of our enemies we should find in each man's life sorrow and suffering enough to disarm all hostility.

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #74779C)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #74779C?

RGB Value for #74779C is rgb(116, 119, 156).

What is the RGB percentage of #74779C?

RGB percentage for #74779C is 45% Red 46% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #74779C?

CMYK Color Model of #74779C is 26 Cyan 24 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black.

What is the HSL value of #74779C?

HSL Value of #74779C is 236°(degrees) Hue 17 Saturation 53 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #74779C?

HSV Value of #74779C is 236 Hue 26 Saturation 61 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #74779C?

XYZ Color Model of #74779C is 19.8, 19.31, 34.13.