#978979 Hex Color Code

#978979

The Hexadecimal Color #978979 is a contrast shade of Gray. #978979 RGB value is rgb(151, 137, 121). RGB Color Model of #978979 consists of 59% red, 53% green and 47% blue. HSL color Mode of #978979 has 32°(degrees) Hue, 13% Saturation and 53% Lightness. #978979 color has an wavelength of 599.85185nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #978979 is #999999. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #978979 is #987. The Closest Color to #978979 is #808080. Official Name of #978979 Hex Code is Pale Oyster. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #978979 is 0 Cyan 9 Magenta 20 Yellow 41 Black and #978979 CMY is 0, 9, 20. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #978979 is hsl(32,13,53, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(32, 20, 59). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #978979 is 25.16, 25.85, 21.75.
Hex8 Value of #978979 is #978979FF. Decimal Value of #978979 is 9931129 and Octal Value of #978979 is 45704571. Binary Value of #978979 is 10010111, 10001001, 1111001 and Android of #978979 is 4288121209 / 0xff978979. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #978979 is 0.346, 0.355, 0.355 and YIQ Color Space of #978979 is 139.362, 13.4834, -2.0182. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #978979 is 26.01, 26.31, 21.82. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #978979 is 57.89, 2.53, 10.49. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #978979 is 57.89, 9.51, 13.7. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #978979 is 57.89, 10.79, 76.44. Hunter Lab variable of #978979 is 50.84, -0.64, 10.23.

#978979 - Pale Oyster Color Image
#978979 - Pale Oyster Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #978979

RGB Percentages of #978979

59%
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 #978979

57.75%
59.22%
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 #978979

0%
9%
20%
41%

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 #978979

To get 25% Saturated #978979 Color, you need to convert the hex color #978979 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 #978979 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 #978979

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 #978979

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 #978979

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 #978979 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #978979 to it's the darkest color.

#978979 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(151, 137, 121)
RGB Percent 59%, 53%, 47%
RYB 147.25, 151.0, 121.0
CMYK 0, 9, 20, 41
CMY 0, 9, 20
HSL hsl(32, 13%, 53%)
HSLA hsl(32, 13%, 53%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(32, 20, 59)
XYZ 25.16, 25.85, 21.75
Hex8 Value #978979FF
Decimal Value 9931129
Octal Value 45704571
Binary Value 10010111,10001001,1111001
Android 4288121209 / 0xff978979
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(32, 13%, 53%)
xyY 0.346, 0.355, 25.852
YIQ 139.362, 13.4834, -2.0182
LMS 26.01, 26.31, 21.82
CieLAB 57.89, 2.53, 10.49
CieLUV : LCHuv 57.89, 9.51, 13.7
CieLCH : LCHab 57.89, 10.79, 76.44
Hunter Lab 50.84, -0.64, 10.23
YUV 139.362, -9.03, 10.21
YDbDr 139.362, -27.63, -22.13
YCbCr 135.69, 118.9, 135.29
YCoCg 136.5, 136.0, 0.5
YPbPr 139.36, -10.36, 8.3
Munsell Color System 11606.84 50.75/73.99

#978979 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#978979 as Background:

An actor is supposed to be a sensitive instrument. Isaac Stern takes good care of his violin. What if everybody jumped on his violin?

Marilyn Monroe
<p style="background: #978979">…</p>

#978979 as Text Color:

The best thing about giving of ourselves is that what we get is always better than what we give. The reaction is greater than the action.

Orison Swett Marden
<p style="color: #978979">…</p>

#978979 as Text Shadow:

The thing I want more than anything else? I want to have children. I used to feel for every child I had, I would adopt another.

Marilyn Monroe
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #978979">…</p>

#978979 as Linear Gradient:

Sometimes I think it would be easier to avoid old age, to die young, but then you'd never complete your life, would you? You'd never wholly know you.

Marilyn Monroe
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #978979)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #978979?

RGB Value for #978979 is rgb(151, 137, 121).

What is the RGB percentage of #978979?

RGB percentage for #978979 is 59% Red 53% Green 47% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #978979?

CMYK Color Model of #978979 is 0 Cyan 9 Magenta 20 Yellow 41 Black.

What is the HSL value of #978979?

HSL Value of #978979 is 32°(degrees) Hue 13 Saturation 53 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #978979?

HSV Value of #978979 is 32 Hue 20 Saturation 59 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #978979?

XYZ Color Model of #978979 is 25.16, 25.85, 21.75.