#979B66 Hex Color Code

#979B66

The Hexadecimal Color #979B66 is a contrast shade of Gray. #979B66 RGB value is rgb(151, 155, 102). RGB Color Model of #979B66 consists of 59% red, 60% green and 40% blue. HSL color Mode of #979B66 has 65°(degrees) Hue, 21% Saturation and 50% Lightness. #979B66 color has an wavelength of 579.07407nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #979B66 is #99CC99. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #979B66 is #996. The Closest Color to #979B66 is #808080. Official Name of #979B66 Hex Code is Gurkha. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #979B66 is 3 Cyan 0 Magenta 34 Yellow 39 Black and #979B66 CMY is 3, 0, 34. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #979B66 is hsl(65,21,50, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(65, 34, 61). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #979B66 is 26.88, 30.98, 17.13.
Hex8 Value of #979B66 is #979B66FF. Decimal Value of #979B66 is 9935718 and Octal Value of #979B66 is 45715546. Binary Value of #979B66 is 10010111, 10011011, 1100110 and Android of #979B66 is 4288125798 / 0xff979b66. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #979B66 is 0.358, 0.413, 0.413 and YIQ Color Space of #979B66 is 147.762, 14.6453, -17.3396. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #979B66 is 30.22, 33.78, 17.35. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #979B66 is 62.49, -10.13, 27.36. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #979B66 is 62.49, 0.15, 36.69. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #979B66 is 62.49, 29.18, 110.32. Hunter Lab variable of #979B66 is 55.66, -11.2, 20.71.

#979B66 - Gurkha Color Image
#979B66 - Gurkha Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #979B66

RGB Percentages of #979B66

59%
60%
40%

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 #979B66

40.0%
60.78%
41.57%

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 #979B66

3%
0%
34%
39%

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 #979B66

To get 25% Saturated #979B66 Color, you need to convert the hex color #979B66 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 #979B66 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 #979B66

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 #979B66

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 #979B66

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 #979B66 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #979B66 to it's the darkest color.

#979B66 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(151, 155, 102)
RGB Percent 59%, 60%, 40%
RYB 102.0, 155.0, 106.0
CMYK 3, 0, 34, 39
CMY 3, 0, 34
HSL hsl(65, 21%, 50%)
HSLA hsl(65, 21%, 50%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(65, 34, 61)
XYZ 26.88, 30.98, 17.13
Hex8 Value #979B66FF
Decimal Value 9935718
Octal Value 45715546
Binary Value 10010111,10011011,1100110
Android 4288125798 / 0xff979b66
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(65, 21%, 50%)
xyY 0.358, 0.413, 30.982
YIQ 147.762, 14.6453, -17.3396
LMS 30.22, 33.78, 17.35
CieLAB 62.49, -10.13, 27.36
CieLUV : LCHuv 62.49, 0.15, 36.69
CieLCH : LCHab 62.49, 29.18, 110.32
Hunter Lab 55.66, -11.2, 20.71
YUV 147.762, -22.52, 2.84
YDbDr 147.762, -68.85, -6.17
YCbCr 142.9, 105.31, 130.03
YCoCg 140.75, 126.5, 14.25
YPbPr 147.76, -25.83, 2.31
Munsell Color System 11899.44 136.78/109.60

#979B66 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#979B66 as Background:

There is no persuasiveness more effectual than the transparency of a single heart, of a sincere life.

Joseph Barber Lightfoot
<p style="background: #979B66">…</p>

#979B66 as Text Color:

I don't think life is absurd. I think we are all here for a huge purpose. I think we shrink from the immensity of the purpose we are here for.

Norman Mailer
<p style="color: #979B66">…</p>

#979B66 as Text Shadow:

On the plains of hesitation lie the blackened bones of countless millions who at the dawn of victory lay down to rest, and in resting died.

Adlai E. Stevenson
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #979B66">…</p>

#979B66 as Linear Gradient:

So long as we love we serve; so long as we are loved by others, I would almost say that we are indispensable; and no man is useless while he has a friend.

Robert Louis Stevenson
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #979B66)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #979B66?

RGB Value for #979B66 is rgb(151, 155, 102).

What is the RGB percentage of #979B66?

RGB percentage for #979B66 is 59% Red 60% Green 40% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #979B66?

CMYK Color Model of #979B66 is 3 Cyan 0 Magenta 34 Yellow 39 Black.

What is the HSL value of #979B66?

HSL Value of #979B66 is 65°(degrees) Hue 21 Saturation 50 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #979B66?

HSV Value of #979B66 is 65 Hue 34 Saturation 61 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #979B66?

XYZ Color Model of #979B66 is 26.88, 30.98, 17.13.