#8C2979 Hex Color Code

#8C2979

The Hexadecimal Color #8C2979 is a contrast shade of Purple. #8C2979 RGB value is rgb(140, 41, 121). RGB Color Model of #8C2979 consists of 54% red, 16% green and 47% blue. HSL color Mode of #8C2979 has 312°(degrees) Hue, 55% Saturation and 35% Lightness. #8C2979 color has an wavelength of 423.55556nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #8C2979 is #993399. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #8C2979 is #827. The Closest Color to #8C2979 is #800080. Official Name of #8C2979 Hex Code is Plum. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #8C2979 is 0 Cyan 71 Magenta 14 Yellow 45 Black and #8C2979 CMY is 0, 71, 14. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #8C2979 is hsl(312,55,35, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(312, 71, 55). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #8C2979 is 15.06, 8.54, 18.94.
Hex8 Value of #8C2979 is #8C2979FF. Decimal Value of #8C2979 is 9185657 and Octal Value of #8C2979 is 43024571. Binary Value of #8C2979 is 10001100, 101001, 1111001 and Android of #8C2979 is 4287375737 / 0xff8c2979. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #8C2979 is 0.354, 0.201, 0.201 and YIQ Color Space of #8C2979 is 79.721, 33.2901, 45.8345. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #8C2979 is 11.63, 4.02, 18.79. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #8C2979 is 35.08, 50.38, -23.57. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #8C2979 is 35.08, 47.15, -38.32. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #8C2979 is 35.08, 55.62, 334.93. Hunter Lab variable of #8C2979 is 29.22, 40.85, -17.97.

#8C2979 - Plum Color Image
#8C2979 - Plum Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #8C2979

RGB Percentages of #8C2979

54%
16%
47%

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 #8C2979

54.9%
16.08%
47.45%

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 #8C2979

0%
71%
14%
45%

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 #8C2979

To get 25% Saturated #8C2979 Color, you need to convert the hex color #8C2979 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 #8C2979 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 #8C2979

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 #8C2979

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 #8C2979

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 #8C2979 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #8C2979 to it's the darkest color.

#8C2979 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(140, 41, 121)
RGB Percent 54%, 16%, 47%
RYB 140.0, 41.0, 121.0
CMYK 0, 71, 14, 45
CMY 0, 71, 14
HSL hsl(312, 55%, 35%)
HSLA hsl(312, 55%, 35%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(312, 71, 55)
XYZ 15.06, 8.54, 18.94
Hex8 Value #8C2979FF
Decimal Value 9185657
Octal Value 43024571
Binary Value 10001100,101001,1111001
Android 4287375737 / 0xff8c2979
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(312, 55%, 35%)
xyY 0.354, 0.201, 8.543
YIQ 79.721, 33.2901, 45.8345
LMS 11.63, 4.02, 18.79
CieLAB 35.08, 50.38, -23.57
CieLUV : LCHuv 35.08, 47.15, -38.32
CieLCH : LCHab 35.08, 55.62, 334.93
Hunter Lab 29.22, 40.85, -17.97
YUV 79.721, 20.33, 52.88
YDbDr 79.721, 62.09, -114.61
YCbCr 84.47, 148.46, 165.77
YCoCg 85.75, 130.5, -44.75
YPbPr 79.72, 23.3, 43.0
Munsell Color System 9691.00 466.82/341.81

#8C2979 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#8C2979 as Background:

Your success and happiness lies in you. Resolve to keep happy, and your joy and you shall form an invincible host against difficulties.

Helen Keller
<p style="background: #8C2979">…</p>

#8C2979 as Text Color:

You don't have to be a genius or a visionary or even a college graduate to be successful. You just need a framework and a dream.

Michael Dell
<p style="color: #8C2979">…</p>

#8C2979 as Text Shadow:

The common idea that success spoils people by making them vain, egotistic and self-complacent is erroneous; on the contrary it makes them, for the most part, humble, tolerant and kind.

W. Somerset Maugham
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #8C2979">…</p>

#8C2979 as Linear Gradient:

People who succeed have momentum. The more they succeed, the more they want to succeed, and the more they find a way to succeed. Similarly, when someone is failing, the tendency is to get on a downward spiral that can even become a self-fulfilling prophecy.

Tony Robbins
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #8C2979)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #8C2979?

RGB Value for #8C2979 is rgb(140, 41, 121).

What is the RGB percentage of #8C2979?

RGB percentage for #8C2979 is 54% Red 16% Green 47% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #8C2979?

CMYK Color Model of #8C2979 is 0 Cyan 71 Magenta 14 Yellow 45 Black.

What is the HSL value of #8C2979?

HSL Value of #8C2979 is 312°(degrees) Hue 55 Saturation 35 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #8C2979?

HSV Value of #8C2979 is 312 Hue 71 Saturation 55 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #8C2979?

XYZ Color Model of #8C2979 is 15.06, 8.54, 18.94.