#8C8ACD Hex Color Code

#8C8ACD

The Hexadecimal Color #8C8ACD is a contrast shade of Medium Purple. #8C8ACD RGB value is rgb(140, 138, 205). RGB Color Model of #8C8ACD consists of 54% red, 54% green and 80% blue. HSL color Mode of #8C8ACD has 242°(degrees) Hue, 40% Saturation and 67% Lightness. #8C8ACD color has an wavelength of 467.62963nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #8C8ACD is #9999FF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #8C8ACD is #88C. The Closest Color to #8C8ACD is #9370DB. Official Name of #8C8ACD Hex Code is Chetwode Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #8C8ACD is 32 Cyan 33 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black and #8C8ACD CMY is 32, 33, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #8C8ACD is hsl(242,40,67, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(242, 33, 80). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #8C8ACD is 30.92, 28.16, 61.55.
Hex8 Value of #8C8ACD is #8C8ACDFF. Decimal Value of #8C8ACD is 9210573 and Octal Value of #8C8ACD is 43105315. Binary Value of #8C8ACD is 10001100, 10001010, 11001101 and Android of #8C8ACD is 4287400653 / 0xff8c8acd. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #8C8ACD is 0.256, 0.233, 0.233 and YIQ Color Space of #8C8ACD is 146.236, -20.3353, 21.2734. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #8C8ACD is 24.76, 26.42, 61.0. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #8C8ACD is 60.03, 16.15, -34.28. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #8C8ACD is 60.03, -3.1, -55.48. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #8C8ACD is 60.03, 37.89, 295.23. Hunter Lab variable of #8C8ACD is 53.07, 11.14, -31.62.

#8C8ACD - Chetwode Blue Color Image
#8C8ACD - Chetwode Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #8C8ACD

RGB Percentages of #8C8ACD

54%
54%
80%

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 #8C8ACD

54.9%
54.12%
80.39%

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 #8C8ACD

32%
33%
0%
20%

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 #8C8ACD

To get 25% Saturated #8C8ACD Color, you need to convert the hex color #8C8ACD 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 #8C8ACD 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 #8C8ACD

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 #8C8ACD

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 #8C8ACD

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 #8C8ACD to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #8C8ACD to it's the darkest color.

#8C8ACD Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(140, 138, 205)
RGB Percent 54%, 54%, 80%
RYB 140.0, 138.0, 205.0
CMYK 32, 33, 0, 20
CMY 32, 33, 0
HSL hsl(242, 40%, 67%)
HSLA hsl(242, 40%, 67%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(242, 33, 80)
XYZ 30.92, 28.16, 61.55
Hex8 Value #8C8ACDFF
Decimal Value 9210573
Octal Value 43105315
Binary Value 10001100,10001010,11001101
Android 4287400653 / 0xff8c8acd
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(242, 40%, 67%)
xyY 0.256, 0.233, 28.159
YIQ 146.236, -20.3353, 21.2734
LMS 24.76, 26.42, 61.0
CieLAB 60.03, 16.15, -34.28
CieLUV : LCHuv 60.03, -3.1, -55.48
CieLCH : LCHab 60.03, 37.89, 295.23
Hunter Lab 53.07, 11.14, -31.62
YUV 146.236, 28.92, -5.47
YDbDr 146.236, 88.41, 11.87
YCbCr 141.59, 157.13, 124.09
YCoCg 155.25, 172.5, -17.25
YPbPr 146.24, 33.16, -4.45
Munsell Color System 11727.60 169.11/271.67

#8C8ACD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#8C8ACD as Background:

The sea was indistinguishable from the sky, except that the sea was slightly creased as if a cloth had wrinkles in it.

Virginia Woolf
<p style="background: #8C8ACD">…</p>

#8C8ACD as Text Color:

Well might the ancients make silence a god; for it is the element of all godhood, infinitude, or transcendental greatness,--at once the source and the ocean wherein all such begins and ends.

Thomas Carlyle
<p style="color: #8C8ACD">…</p>

#8C8ACD as Text Shadow:

Nowhere on the shore is the relation of a creature to its surroundings a matter of a single cause and effect; each living thing is bound to its world by many threads, weaving the intricate design of the fabric of life.

Rachel Carson
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #8C8ACD">…</p>

#8C8ACD as Linear Gradient:

Our desire must be like a slow and stately ship, sailing across endless oceans, never in search of safe anchorage. Then suddenly, unexpectedly, it will find mooring for a moment.

Etty Hillesum
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #8C8ACD)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #8C8ACD?

RGB Value for #8C8ACD is rgb(140, 138, 205).

What is the RGB percentage of #8C8ACD?

RGB percentage for #8C8ACD is 54% Red 54% Green 80% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #8C8ACD?

CMYK Color Model of #8C8ACD is 32 Cyan 33 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black.

What is the HSL value of #8C8ACD?

HSL Value of #8C8ACD is 242°(degrees) Hue 40 Saturation 67 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #8C8ACD?

HSV Value of #8C8ACD is 242 Hue 33 Saturation 80 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #8C8ACD?

XYZ Color Model of #8C8ACD is 30.92, 28.16, 61.55.