#8E8979 Hex Color Code

#8E8979

The Hexadecimal Color #8E8979 is a contrast shade of Gray. #8E8979 RGB value is rgb(142, 137, 121). RGB Color Model of #8E8979 consists of 55% red, 53% green and 47% blue. HSL color Mode of #8E8979 has 46°(degrees) Hue, 9% Saturation and 52% Lightness. #8E8979 color has an wavelength of 591.03704nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #8E8979 is #999999. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #8E8979 is #887. The Closest Color to #8E8979 is #808080. Official Name of #8E8979 Hex Code is Granite Green. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #8E8979 is 0 Cyan 4 Magenta 15 Yellow 44 Black and #8E8979 CMY is 0, 4, 15. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #8E8979 is hsl(46,9,52, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(46, 15, 56). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #8E8979 is 23.55, 25.02, 21.67.
Hex8 Value of #8E8979 is #8E8979FF. Decimal Value of #8E8979 is 9341305 and Octal Value of #8E8979 is 43504571. Binary Value of #8E8979 is 10001110, 10001001, 1111001 and Android of #8E8979 is 4287531385 / 0xff8e8979. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #8E8979 is 0.335, 0.356, 0.356 and YIQ Color Space of #8E8979 is 136.671, 8.1203, -3.9217. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #8E8979 is 24.49, 26.03, 21.72. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #8E8979 is 57.09, -1.02, 9.26. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #8E8979 is 57.09, 3.89, 12.69. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #8E8979 is 57.09, 9.32, 96.29. Hunter Lab variable of #8E8979 is 50.02, -3.5, 9.33.

#8E8979 - Granite Green Color Image
#8E8979 - Granite Green Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #8E8979

RGB Percentages of #8E8979

55%
53%
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 #8E8979

50.02%
55.69%
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 #8E8979

0%
4%
15%
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 #8E8979

To get 25% Saturated #8E8979 Color, you need to convert the hex color #8E8979 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 #8E8979 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 #8E8979

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 #8E8979

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 #8E8979

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 #8E8979 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #8E8979 to it's the darkest color.

#8E8979 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(142, 137, 121)
RGB Percent 55%, 53%, 47%
RYB 127.56, 142.0, 121.0
CMYK 0, 4, 15, 44
CMY 0, 4, 15
HSL hsl(46, 9%, 52%)
HSLA hsl(46, 9%, 52%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(46, 15, 56)
XYZ 23.55, 25.02, 21.67
Hex8 Value #8E8979FF
Decimal Value 9341305
Octal Value 43504571
Binary Value 10001110,10001001,1111001
Android 4287531385 / 0xff8e8979
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(46, 9%, 52%)
xyY 0.335, 0.356, 25.023
YIQ 136.671, 8.1203, -3.9217
LMS 24.49, 26.03, 21.72
CieLAB 57.09, -1.02, 9.26
CieLUV : LCHuv 57.09, 3.89, 12.69
CieLCH : LCHab 57.09, 9.32, 96.29
Hunter Lab 50.02, -3.5, 9.33
YUV 136.671, -7.71, 4.67
YDbDr 136.671, -23.58, -10.14
YCbCr 133.38, 120.23, 131.34
YCoCg 134.25, 131.5, 2.75
YPbPr 136.67, -8.84, 3.8
Munsell Color System 11534.65 45.11/94.81

#8E8979 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#8E8979 as Background:

I think Americans should have a policy of love. That should be the foreign policy, love. Export Love.

Ziggy Marley
<p style="background: #8E8979">…</p>

#8E8979 as Text Color:

The Bible tells us to love our neighbors, and also to love our enemies; probably because they are generally the same people.

Gilbert K. Chesterton
<p style="color: #8E8979">…</p>

#8E8979 as Text Shadow:

I like America, just as everybody else does. I love America, I gotta say that. But America will be judged.

Bob Dylan
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #8E8979">…</p>

#8E8979 as Linear Gradient:

The fear of death is the most unjustified of all fears, for there's no risk of accident for someone who's dead.

Albert Einstein
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #8E8979)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #8E8979?

RGB Value for #8E8979 is rgb(142, 137, 121).

What is the RGB percentage of #8E8979?

RGB percentage for #8E8979 is 55% Red 53% Green 47% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #8E8979?

CMYK Color Model of #8E8979 is 0 Cyan 4 Magenta 15 Yellow 44 Black.

What is the HSL value of #8E8979?

HSL Value of #8E8979 is 46°(degrees) Hue 9 Saturation 52 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #8E8979?

HSV Value of #8E8979 is 46 Hue 15 Saturation 56 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #8E8979?

XYZ Color Model of #8E8979 is 23.55, 25.02, 21.67.