#856FAE Hex Color Code

#856FAE

The Hexadecimal Color #856FAE is a contrast shade of Light Slate Gray. #856FAE RGB value is rgb(133, 111, 174). RGB Color Model of #856FAE consists of 52% red, 43% green and 68% blue. HSL color Mode of #856FAE has 261°(degrees) Hue, 28% Saturation and 56% Lightness. #856FAE color has an wavelength of 455.66667nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #856FAE is #9999CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #856FAE is #87A. The Closest Color to #856FAE is #778899. Official Name of #856FAE Hex Code is Wisteria. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #856FAE is 24 Cyan 36 Magenta 0 Yellow 32 Black and #856FAE CMY is 24, 36, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #856FAE is hsl(261,28,56, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(261, 36, 68). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #856FAE is 23.0, 19.41, 42.57.
Hex8 Value of #856FAE is #856FAEFF. Decimal Value of #856FAE is 8744878 and Octal Value of #856FAE is 41267656. Binary Value of #856FAE is 10000101, 1101111, 10101110 and Android of #856FAE is 4286934958 / 0xff856fae. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #856FAE is 0.271, 0.228, 0.228 and YIQ Color Space of #856FAE is 124.76, -7.1321, 24.2586. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #856FAE is 18.28, 17.03, 42.2. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #856FAE is 51.16, 22.08, -30.44. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #856FAE is 51.16, 6.9, -48.55. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #856FAE is 51.16, 37.6, 305.96. Hunter Lab variable of #856FAE is 44.06, 16.09, -26.45.

#856FAE - Wisteria Color Image
#856FAE - Wisteria Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #856FAE

RGB Percentages of #856FAE

52%
43%
68%

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 #856FAE

52.16%
43.53%
68.24%

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 #856FAE

24%
36%
0%
32%

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 #856FAE

To get 25% Saturated #856FAE Color, you need to convert the hex color #856FAE 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 #856FAE 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 #856FAE

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 #856FAE

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 #856FAE

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 #856FAE to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #856FAE to it's the darkest color.

#856FAE Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(133, 111, 174)
RGB Percent 52%, 43%, 68%
RYB 133.0, 111.0, 174.0
CMYK 24, 36, 0, 32
CMY 24, 36, 0
HSL hsl(261, 28%, 56%)
HSLA hsl(261, 28%, 56%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(261, 36, 68)
XYZ 23.0, 19.41, 42.57
Hex8 Value #856FAEFF
Decimal Value 8744878
Octal Value 41267656
Binary Value 10000101,1101111,10101110
Android 4286934958 / 0xff856fae
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(261, 28%, 56%)
xyY 0.271, 0.228, 19.411
YIQ 124.76, -7.1321, 24.2586
LMS 18.28, 17.03, 42.2
CieLAB 51.16, 22.08, -30.44
CieLUV : LCHuv 51.16, 6.9, -48.55
CieLCH : LCHab 51.16, 37.6, 305.96
Hunter Lab 44.06, 16.09, -26.45
YUV 124.76, 24.23, 7.23
YDbDr 124.76, 74.08, -15.65
YCbCr 123.15, 152.41, 133.16
YCoCg 132.25, 153.5, -21.25
YPbPr 124.76, 27.79, 5.88
Munsell Color System 11074.37 190.70/292.63

#856FAE HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#856FAE as Background:

The wise man, the true friend, the finished character, we seek everywhere, and only find in fragments.

Ralph Waldo Emerson
<p style="background: #856FAE">…</p>

#856FAE as Text Color:

One of the surest evidences of friendship that one individual can display to another is telling him gently of a fault. If any other can excel it, it is listening to such a disclosure with gratitude, and amending the error.

Edward Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton
<p style="color: #856FAE">…</p>

#856FAE as Text Shadow:

He that wrongs a friend Wrongs himself more, and ever bears about A silent court of justice in his breast, Himself the judge and jury, and himself The prisoner at the bar ever condemned.

Alfred Lord Tennyson
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #856FAE">…</p>

#856FAE as Linear Gradient:

No one person can possibly combine all the elements supposed to make up what everyone means by friendship.

Francis Marion Crawford
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #856FAE)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #856FAE?

RGB Value for #856FAE is rgb(133, 111, 174).

What is the RGB percentage of #856FAE?

RGB percentage for #856FAE is 52% Red 43% Green 68% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #856FAE?

CMYK Color Model of #856FAE is 24 Cyan 36 Magenta 0 Yellow 32 Black.

What is the HSL value of #856FAE?

HSL Value of #856FAE is 261°(degrees) Hue 28 Saturation 56 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #856FAE?

HSV Value of #856FAE is 261 Hue 36 Saturation 68 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #856FAE?

XYZ Color Model of #856FAE is 23.0, 19.41, 42.57.