#8C959E Hex Color Code

#8C959E

The Hexadecimal Color #8C959E is a contrast shade of Light Slate Gray. #8C959E RGB value is rgb(140, 149, 158). RGB Color Model of #8C959E consists of 54% red, 58% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #8C959E has 210°(degrees) Hue, 8% Saturation and 58% Lightness. #8C959E color has an wavelength of 487.77778nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #8C959E is #9999CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #8C959E is #899. The Closest Color to #8C959E is #778899. Official Name of #8C959E Hex Code is Regent Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #8C959E is 11 Cyan 6 Magenta 0 Yellow 38 Black and #8C959E CMY is 11, 6, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #8C959E is hsl(210,8,58, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(210, 11, 62). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #8C959E is 27.73, 29.54, 36.58.
Hex8 Value of #8C959E is #8C959EFF. Decimal Value of #8C959E is 9213342 and Octal Value of #8C959E is 43112636. Binary Value of #8C959E is 10001100, 10010101, 10011110 and Android of #8C959E is 4287403422 / 0xff8c959e. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #8C959E is 0.295, 0.315, 0.315 and YIQ Color Space of #8C959E is 147.335, -8.2548, 0.8973. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #8C959E is 27.07, 30.86, 36.46. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #8C959E is 61.26, -1.38, -5.84. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #8C959E is 61.26, -5.4, -8.3. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #8C959E is 61.26, 6.0, 256.7. Hunter Lab variable of #8C959E is 54.35, -4.04, -1.86.

#8C959E - Regent Gray Color Image
#8C959E - Regent Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #8C959E

RGB Percentages of #8C959E

54%
58%
61%

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 #8C959E

54.9%
57.25%
61.96%

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 #8C959E

11%
6%
0%
38%

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 #8C959E

To get 25% Saturated #8C959E Color, you need to convert the hex color #8C959E 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 #8C959E 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 #8C959E

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 #8C959E

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 #8C959E

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 #8C959E to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #8C959E to it's the darkest color.

#8C959E Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(140, 149, 158)
RGB Percent 54%, 58%, 61%
RYB 140.0, 146.0, 158.0
CMYK 11, 6, 0, 38
CMY 11, 6, 0
HSL hsl(210, 8%, 58%)
HSLA hsl(210, 8%, 58%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(210, 11, 62)
XYZ 27.73, 29.54, 36.58
Hex8 Value #8C959EFF
Decimal Value 9213342
Octal Value 43112636
Binary Value 10001100,10010101,10011110
Android 4287403422 / 0xff8c959e
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(210, 8%, 58%)
xyY 0.295, 0.315, 29.539
YIQ 147.335, -8.2548, 0.8973
LMS 27.07, 30.86, 36.46
CieLAB 61.26, -1.38, -5.84
CieLUV : LCHuv 61.26, -5.4, -8.3
CieLCH : LCHab 61.26, 6.0, 256.7
Hunter Lab 54.35, -4.04, -1.86
YUV 147.335, 5.25, -6.44
YDbDr 147.335, 16.05, 13.95
YCbCr 142.53, 133.29, 123.4
YCoCg 149.0, 149.0, 0.0
YPbPr 147.33, 6.02, -5.23
Munsell Color System 11811.88 52.16/237.23

#8C959E HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#8C959E as Background:

Looking back in front of me, in the mirror a grin. Through eyes of love I see, I'm only looking at a friend.

Stevie Ray Vaughan
<p style="background: #8C959E">…</p>

#8C959E as Text Color:

I'll be back 'round again, yes, I'll walk in time with you, old friend. And we'll find that place that we had danced in so long ago.

Dave Matthews
<p style="color: #8C959E">…</p>

#8C959E as Text Shadow:

It's getting late have you seen my mates, Ma tell me when the boys get here, It's seven o'clock and I want to rock, Want to get a belly full of beer...

Elton John
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #8C959E">…</p>

#8C959E as Linear Gradient:

I would rather feel the hurt inside, yes I would darling, than know the emptiness that your heart must hide.

Bruce Springsteen
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #8C959E)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #8C959E?

RGB Value for #8C959E is rgb(140, 149, 158).

What is the RGB percentage of #8C959E?

RGB percentage for #8C959E is 54% Red 58% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #8C959E?

CMYK Color Model of #8C959E is 11 Cyan 6 Magenta 0 Yellow 38 Black.

What is the HSL value of #8C959E?

HSL Value of #8C959E is 210°(degrees) Hue 8 Saturation 58 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #8C959E?

HSV Value of #8C959E is 210 Hue 11 Saturation 62 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #8C959E?

XYZ Color Model of #8C959E is 27.73, 29.54, 36.58.