#8C838E Hex Color Code

#8C838E

The Hexadecimal Color #8C838E is a contrast shade of Gray. #8C838E RGB value is rgb(140, 131, 142). RGB Color Model of #8C838E consists of 54% red, 51% green and 55% blue. HSL color Mode of #8C838E has 289°(degrees) Hue, 5% Saturation and 54% Lightness. #8C838E color has an wavelength of 438.03704nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #8C838E is #999999. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #8C838E is #888. The Closest Color to #8C838E is #808080. Official Name of #8C838E Hex Code is Monsoon. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #8C838E is 1 Cyan 8 Magenta 0 Yellow 44 Black and #8C838E CMY is 1, 8, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #8C838E is hsl(289,5,54, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(289, 8, 56). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #8C838E is 23.81, 23.76, 28.92.
Hex8 Value of #8C838E is #8C838EFF. Decimal Value of #8C838E is 9208718 and Octal Value of #8C838E is 43101616. Binary Value of #8C838E is 10001100, 10000011, 10001110 and Android of #8C838E is 4287398798 / 0xff8c838e. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #8C838E is 0.311, 0.311, 0.311 and YIQ Color Space of #8C838E is 134.945, 1.8288, 5.3267. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #8C838E is 22.96, 23.76, 28.83. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #8C838E is 55.85, 5.51, -4.69. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #8C838E is 55.85, 4.44, -7.57. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #8C838E is 55.85, 7.24, 319.6. Hunter Lab variable of #8C838E is 48.74, 1.89, -1.06.

#8C838E - Monsoon Color Image
#8C838E - Monsoon Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #8C838E

RGB Percentages of #8C838E

54%
51%
55%

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 #8C838E

54.9%
51.37%
55.69%

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 #8C838E

1%
8%
0%
44%

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 #8C838E

To get 25% Saturated #8C838E Color, you need to convert the hex color #8C838E 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 #8C838E 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 #8C838E

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 #8C838E

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 #8C838E

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 #8C838E to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #8C838E to it's the darkest color.

#8C838E Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(140, 131, 142)
RGB Percent 54%, 51%, 55%
RYB 140.0, 131.0, 142.0
CMYK 1, 8, 0, 44
CMY 1, 8, 0
HSL hsl(289, 5%, 54%)
HSLA hsl(289, 5%, 54%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(289, 8, 56)
XYZ 23.81, 23.76, 28.92
Hex8 Value #8C838EFF
Decimal Value 9208718
Octal Value 43101616
Binary Value 10001100,10000011,10001110
Android 4287398798 / 0xff8c838e
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(289, 5%, 54%)
xyY 0.311, 0.311, 23.761
YIQ 134.945, 1.8288, 5.3267
LMS 22.96, 23.76, 28.83
CieLAB 55.85, 5.51, -4.69
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.85, 4.44, -7.57
CieLCH : LCHab 55.85, 7.24, 319.6
Hunter Lab 48.74, 1.89, -1.06
YUV 134.945, 3.47, 4.43
YDbDr 134.945, 10.61, -9.61
YCbCr 131.89, 131.5, 131.17
YCoCg 136.0, 141.0, -5.0
YPbPr 134.94, 3.98, 3.61
Munsell Color System 11444.70 45.06/308.53

#8C838E HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#8C838E as Background:

Our parents, our children, our spouses, and our friends will continue to press every button we have, until we realize what it is that we don't want to know about ourselves, yet. They will point us to our freedom every time.

Byron Katie
<p style="background: #8C838E">…</p>

#8C838E as Text Color:

I am not alone at all, I thought. I was never alone at all. And that, of course, is the message of Christmas. We are never alone. Not when the night is darkest, the wind coldest, the world seemingly most indifferent. For this is still the time God chooses.

Taylor Caldwell
<p style="color: #8C838E">…</p>

#8C838E as Text Shadow:

When it seems that our sorrow is too great to be borne, let us think of the great family of the heavy-hearted into which our grief has given us entrance. And inevitably, we will feel about us their arms, their sympathy and their understanding.

Helen Keller
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #8C838E">…</p>

#8C838E as Linear Gradient:

According to an old French motto, Noblesse oblige - one must live up to one's name. The Rothschilds' condition of life has imposed on them a second motto: Richesse oblige - one must live up to one's fortune.

Guy de Rothschild
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #8C838E)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #8C838E?

RGB Value for #8C838E is rgb(140, 131, 142).

What is the RGB percentage of #8C838E?

RGB percentage for #8C838E is 54% Red 51% Green 55% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #8C838E?

CMYK Color Model of #8C838E is 1 Cyan 8 Magenta 0 Yellow 44 Black.

What is the HSL value of #8C838E?

HSL Value of #8C838E is 289°(degrees) Hue 5 Saturation 54 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #8C838E?

HSV Value of #8C838E is 289 Hue 8 Saturation 56 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #8C838E?

XYZ Color Model of #8C838E is 23.81, 23.76, 28.92.