#979C9B Hex Color Code
#979C9B
The Hexadecimal Color #979C9B is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #979C9B RGB value is rgb(151, 156, 155). RGB Color Model of #979C9B consists of 59% red, 61% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #979C9B has 168°(degrees) Hue, 2% Saturation and 60% Lightness. #979C9B color has an wavelength of 514.22222nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #979C9B is #99CCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #979C9B is #999. The Closest Color to #979C9B is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #979C9B Hex Code is Star Dust. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #979C9B is 3 Cyan 0 Magenta 1 Yellow 39 Black and #979C9B CMY is 3, 0, 1. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #979C9B is hsl(168,2,60, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(168, 3, 61). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #979C9B is 30.57, 32.72, 35.71.
Hex8 Value of #979C9B is #979C9BFF. Decimal Value of #979C9B is 9936027 and Octal Value of #979C9B is 45716233. Binary Value of #979C9B is 10010111, 10011100, 10011011 and Android of #979C9B is 4288126107 / 0xff979c9b. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #979C9B is 0.309, 0.331, 0.331 and YIQ Color Space of #979C9B is 154.391, -2.6582, -1.3687. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #979C9B is 30.66, 34.25, 35.65. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #979C9B is 63.93, -1.97, -0.11. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #979C9B is 63.93, -2.73, 0.16. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #979C9B is 63.93, 1.97, 183.2. Hunter Lab variable of #979C9B is 57.2, -4.71, 3.03.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #979C9B
RGB Percentages of #979C9B
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 #979C9B
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 #979C9B
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 #979C9B
To get 25% Saturated #979C9B Color, you need to convert the hex color #979C9B 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 #979C9B 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 #979C9B
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 #979C9B
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 #979C9B
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 #979C9B to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #979C9B to it's the darkest color.
#979C9B Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(151, 156, 155) |
| RGB Percent | 59%, 61%, 60% |
| RYB | 151.0, 153.78, 156.0 |
| CMYK | 3, 0, 1, 39 |
| CMY | 3, 0, 1 |
| HSL | hsl(168, 2%, 60%) |
| HSLA | hsl(168, 2%, 60%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(168, 3, 61) |
| XYZ | 30.57, 32.72, 35.71 |
| Hex8 Value | #979C9BFF |
| Decimal Value | 9936027 |
| Octal Value | 45716233 |
| Binary Value | 10010111,10011100,10011011 |
| Android | 4288126107 / 0xff979c9b |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(168, 2%, 60%) |
| xyY | 0.309, 0.331, 32.723 |
| YIQ | 154.391, -2.6582, -1.3687 |
| LMS | 30.66, 34.25, 35.65 |
| CieLAB | 63.93, -1.97, -0.11 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 63.93, -2.73, 0.16 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 63.93, 1.97, 183.2 |
| Hunter Lab | 57.2, -4.71, 3.03 |
| YUV | 154.391, 0.3, -2.98 |
| YDbDr | 154.391, 0.92, 6.45 |
| YCbCr | 148.59, 128.3, 125.88 |
| YCoCg | 154.5, 153.0, 1.5 |
| YPbPr | 154.39, 0.34, -2.42 |
| Munsell Color System | 11995.92 22.32/194.41 |
#979C9B HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#979C9B as Background:
Love isn't always pretty. Sometimes you spend all your time hoping it'll eventually be something different. Something better. Then, before you know it, you're back to square one, and you lost your heart somewhere along the way.
<p style="background: #979C9B">…</p>#979C9B as Text Color:
I shop at a lot of vintage stores because the prices are amazing, and I love the idea that there's a history behind the piece I'm wearing.
<p style="color: #979C9B">…</p>#979C9B as Text Shadow:
He that shuts love out, in turn shall be Shut out from love, and on her threshold lie, Howling in outer darkness.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #979C9B">…</p>#979C9B as Linear Gradient:
No work is stressful. It is your inability to manage your body, mind, and emotions that makes it stressful.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #979C9B)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #979C9B?
RGB Value for #979C9B is rgb(151, 156, 155).
What is the RGB percentage of #979C9B?
RGB percentage for #979C9B is 59% Red 61% Green 60% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #979C9B?
CMYK Color Model of #979C9B is 3 Cyan 0 Magenta 1 Yellow 39 Black.
What is the HSL value of #979C9B?
HSL Value of #979C9B is 168°(degrees) Hue 2 Saturation 60 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #979C9B?
HSV Value of #979C9B is 168 Hue 3 Saturation 61 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #979C9B?
XYZ Color Model of #979C9B is 30.57, 32.72, 35.71.