#747C9B Hex Color Code

#747C9B

The Hexadecimal Color #747C9B is a contrast shade of Slate Gray. #747C9B RGB value is rgb(116, 124, 155). RGB Color Model of #747C9B consists of 45% red, 48% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #747C9B has 228°(degrees) Hue, 16% Saturation and 53% Lightness. #747C9B color has an wavelength of 476.44444nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #747C9B is #9999CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #747C9B is #779. The Closest Color to #747C9B is #708090. Official Name of #747C9B Hex Code is Waterloo . CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #747C9B is 25 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black and #747C9B CMY is 25, 20, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #747C9B is hsl(228,16,53, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(228, 25, 61). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #747C9B is 20.32, 20.49, 33.89.
Hex8 Value of #747C9B is #747C9BFF. Decimal Value of #747C9B is 7634075 and Octal Value of #747C9B is 35076233. Binary Value of #747C9B is 1110100, 1111100, 10011011 and Android of #747C9B is 4285824155 / 0xff747c9b. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #747C9B is 0.272, 0.274, 0.274 and YIQ Color Space of #747C9B is 125.142, -14.7275, 7.9552. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #747C9B is 18.19, 20.69, 33.67. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #747C9B is 52.39, 4.2, -17.63. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #747C9B is 52.39, -5.81, -26.45. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #747C9B is 52.39, 18.12, 283.4. Hunter Lab variable of #747C9B is 45.27, 0.91, -12.7.

#747C9B - Waterloo  Color Image
#747C9B - Waterloo Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #747C9B

RGB Percentages of #747C9B

45%
48%
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 #747C9B

45.49%
48.09%
60.78%

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 #747C9B

25%
20%
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 #747C9B

To get 25% Saturated #747C9B Color, you need to convert the hex color #747C9B 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 #747C9B 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 #747C9B

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 #747C9B

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 #747C9B

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 #747C9B to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #747C9B to it's the darkest color.

#747C9B Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(116, 124, 155)
RGB Percent 45%, 48%, 60%
RYB 116.0, 122.64, 155.0
CMYK 25, 20, 0, 39
CMY 25, 20, 0
HSL hsl(228, 16%, 53%)
HSLA hsl(228, 16%, 53%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(228, 25, 61)
XYZ 20.32, 20.49, 33.89
Hex8 Value #747C9BFF
Decimal Value 7634075
Octal Value 35076233
Binary Value 1110100,1111100,10011011
Android 4285824155 / 0xff747c9b
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(228, 16%, 53%)
xyY 0.272, 0.274, 20.494
YIQ 125.142, -14.7275, 7.9552
LMS 18.19, 20.69, 33.67
CieLAB 52.39, 4.2, -17.63
CieLUV : LCHuv 52.39, -5.81, -26.45
CieLCH : LCHab 52.39, 18.12, 283.4
Hunter Lab 45.27, 0.91, -12.7
YUV 125.142, 14.69, -8.02
YDbDr 125.142, 44.92, 17.39
YCbCr 123.47, 142.8, 122.27
YCoCg 129.75, 135.5, -5.75
YPbPr 125.14, 16.85, -6.52
Munsell Color System 11135.28 127.04/260.06

#747C9B HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#747C9B as Background:

Yeah, the industry has always been both the enemy and the best friend of the artist. They need each other. That's the bottom line.

Chrissie Hynde
<p style="background: #747C9B">…</p>

#747C9B as Text Color:

When I came home for the summer after my first year of college, I told my mother that my best friend and I were driving to California. She laughed out loud - 2,000 miles in a what? Well, my best friend had an old Chevy. What could go wrong?

Jane Smiley
<p style="color: #747C9B">…</p>

#747C9B as Text Shadow:

I certainly believe that all of my friends should have the right, as Marc and I did, to marry their best friend. I certainly expect my straight friends to help us achieve that for all New Yorkers, for all Americans, and for the children that, at least, Marc and I hope to have someday.

Chelsea Clinton
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #747C9B">…</p>

#747C9B as Linear Gradient:

I was too dumb to know Opie was going to grow up to be a great Director, if so, boy, I would certainly have become his best friend.

George Lindsey
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #747C9B)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #747C9B?

RGB Value for #747C9B is rgb(116, 124, 155).

What is the RGB percentage of #747C9B?

RGB percentage for #747C9B is 45% Red 48% Green 60% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #747C9B?

CMYK Color Model of #747C9B is 25 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black.

What is the HSL value of #747C9B?

HSL Value of #747C9B is 228°(degrees) Hue 16 Saturation 53 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #747C9B?

HSV Value of #747C9B is 228 Hue 25 Saturation 61 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #747C9B?

XYZ Color Model of #747C9B is 20.32, 20.49, 33.89.