#8740CA Hex Color Code

#8740CA

The Hexadecimal Color #8740CA is a contrast shade of Dark Orchid. #8740CA RGB value is rgb(135, 64, 202). RGB Color Model of #8740CA consists of 52% red, 25% green and 79% blue. HSL color Mode of #8740CA has 271°(degrees) Hue, 57% Saturation and 52% Lightness. #8740CA color has an wavelength of 449.37037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #8740CA is #9966CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #8740CA is #84C. The Closest Color to #8740CA is #9932CC. Official Name of #8740CA Hex Code is Amethyst. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #8740CA is 33 Cyan 68 Magenta 0 Yellow 21 Black and #8740CA CMY is 33, 68, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #8740CA is hsl(271,57,52, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(271, 68, 79). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #8740CA is 22.48, 13.08, 57.21.
Hex8 Value of #8740CA is #8740CAFF. Decimal Value of #8740CA is 8863946 and Octal Value of #8740CA is 41640312. Binary Value of #8740CA is 10000111, 1000000, 11001010 and Android of #8740CA is 4287054026 / 0xff8740ca. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #8740CA is 0.242, 0.141, 0.141 and YIQ Color Space of #8740CA is 100.961, -2.0305, 57.9621. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #8740CA is 12.8, 6.74, 56.51. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #8740CA is 42.88, 55.4, -59.86. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #8740CA is 42.88, 18.14, -92.96. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #8740CA is 42.88, 81.56, 312.78. Hunter Lab variable of #8740CA is 36.17, 47.66, -68.47.

#8740CA - Amethyst Color Image
#8740CA - Amethyst Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #8740CA

RGB Percentages of #8740CA

52%
25%
79%

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 #8740CA

52.94%
25.1%
79.22%

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 #8740CA

33%
68%
0%
21%

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 #8740CA

To get 25% Saturated #8740CA Color, you need to convert the hex color #8740CA 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 #8740CA 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 #8740CA

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 #8740CA

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 #8740CA

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 #8740CA to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #8740CA to it's the darkest color.

#8740CA Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(135, 64, 202)
RGB Percent 52%, 25%, 79%
RYB 135.0, 64.0, 202.0
CMYK 33, 68, 0, 21
CMY 33, 68, 0
HSL hsl(271, 57%, 52%)
HSLA hsl(271, 57%, 52%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(271, 68, 79)
XYZ 22.48, 13.08, 57.21
Hex8 Value #8740CAFF
Decimal Value 8863946
Octal Value 41640312
Binary Value 10000111,1000000,11001010
Android 4287054026 / 0xff8740ca
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(271, 57%, 52%)
xyY 0.242, 0.141, 13.082
YIQ 100.961, -2.0305, 57.9621
LMS 12.8, 6.74, 56.51
CieLAB 42.88, 55.4, -59.86
CieLUV : LCHuv 42.88, 18.14, -92.96
CieLCH : LCHab 42.88, 81.56, 312.78
Hunter Lab 36.17, 47.66, -68.47
YUV 100.961, 49.73, 29.87
YDbDr 100.961, 152.0, -64.7
YCbCr 102.71, 178.09, 149.33
YCoCg 116.25, 168.5, -52.25
YPbPr 100.96, 57.02, 24.28
Munsell Color System 10387.09 360.11/302.20

#8740CA HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#8740CA as Background:

We need affordable space travel to inspire our youth, to let them know that they can experience their dreams, can set significant goals and be in a position to lead all of us to future progress in exploration, discovery and fun. Thanks to the X Prize for the inspiration.

Burt Rutan
<p style="background: #8740CA">…</p>

#8740CA as Text Color:

One of the most powerful wellsprings of creative energy, outstanding accomplishment, and self-fulfillment seems to be falling in love with something - your dreams, your image of the future.

Ellis Paul Torrance
<p style="color: #8740CA">…</p>

#8740CA as Text Shadow:

The wholly manly man lacks the wit necessary to give objective form to his soaring and secret dreams, and the wholly womanly woman is apt to be too cynical a creature to dream at all.

H. L. Mencken
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #8740CA">…</p>

#8740CA as Linear Gradient:

Some dreams we have are nothing else but dreams, Unnatural and full of contradictions; Yet others of our most romantic schemes, Are something more than fictions.

Thomas Hood
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #8740CA)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #8740CA?

RGB Value for #8740CA is rgb(135, 64, 202).

What is the RGB percentage of #8740CA?

RGB percentage for #8740CA is 52% Red 25% Green 79% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #8740CA?

CMYK Color Model of #8740CA is 33 Cyan 68 Magenta 0 Yellow 21 Black.

What is the HSL value of #8740CA?

HSL Value of #8740CA is 271°(degrees) Hue 57 Saturation 52 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #8740CA?

HSV Value of #8740CA is 271 Hue 68 Saturation 79 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #8740CA?

XYZ Color Model of #8740CA is 22.48, 13.08, 57.21.