#979B9E Hex Color Code

#979B9E

The Hexadecimal Color #979B9E is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #979B9E RGB value is rgb(151, 155, 158). RGB Color Model of #979B9E consists of 59% red, 60% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #979B9E has 206°(degrees) Hue, 3% Saturation and 61% Lightness. #979B9E color has an wavelength of 490.2963nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #979B9E is #99CCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #979B9E is #999. The Closest Color to #979B9E is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #979B9E Hex Code is Star Dust. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #979B9E is 4 Cyan 2 Magenta 0 Yellow 38 Black and #979B9E CMY is 4, 2, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #979B9E is hsl(206,3,61, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(206, 4, 62). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #979B9E is 30.65, 32.49, 37.0.
Hex8 Value of #979B9E is #979B9EFF. Decimal Value of #979B9E is 9935774 and Octal Value of #979B9E is 45715636. Binary Value of #979B9E is 10010111, 10011011, 10011110 and Android of #979B9E is 4288125854 / 0xff979b9e. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #979B9E is 0.306, 0.324, 0.324 and YIQ Color Space of #979B9E is 154.146, -3.3475, 0.0876. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #979B9E is 30.41, 33.81, 36.92. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #979B9E is 63.75, -0.86, -2.07. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #979B9E is 63.75, -2.43, -2.88. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #979B9E is 63.75, 2.24, 247.44. Hunter Lab variable of #979B9E is 57.0, -3.77, 1.41.

#979B9E - Star Dust Color Image
#979B9E - Star Dust Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #979B9E

RGB Percentages of #979B9E

59%
60%
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 #979B9E

59.22%
60.21%
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 #979B9E

4%
2%
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 #979B9E

To get 25% Saturated #979B9E Color, you need to convert the hex color #979B9E 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 #979B9E 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 #979B9E

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 #979B9E

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 #979B9E

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 #979B9E to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #979B9E to it's the darkest color.

#979B9E Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(151, 155, 158)
RGB Percent 59%, 60%, 61%
RYB 151.0, 153.55, 158.0
CMYK 4, 2, 0, 38
CMY 4, 2, 0
HSL hsl(206, 3%, 61%)
HSLA hsl(206, 3%, 61%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(206, 4, 62)
XYZ 30.65, 32.49, 37.0
Hex8 Value #979B9EFF
Decimal Value 9935774
Octal Value 45715636
Binary Value 10010111,10011011,10011110
Android 4288125854 / 0xff979b9e
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(206, 3%, 61%)
xyY 0.306, 0.324, 32.49
YIQ 154.146, -3.3475, 0.0876
LMS 30.41, 33.81, 36.92
CieLAB 63.75, -0.86, -2.07
CieLUV : LCHuv 63.75, -2.43, -2.88
CieLCH : LCHab 63.75, 2.24, 247.44
Hunter Lab 57.0, -3.77, 1.41
YUV 154.146, 1.9, -2.76
YDbDr 154.146, 5.8, 5.98
YCbCr 148.38, 129.91, 126.03
YCoCg 154.75, 154.5, 0.25
YPbPr 154.15, 2.17, -2.24
Munsell Color System 11984.59 25.95/227.67

#979B9E HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#979B9E as Background:

Friendship takes place between those who have an affinity for one another, and is a perfectly natural and inevitable result. No professions nor advances will avail.... It is a drama in which the parties have no part to act.

Henry David Thoreau
<p style="background: #979B9E">…</p>

#979B9E as Text Color:

I have seen some who did not know when to turn aside their eyes in meeting yours. A truly confident and magnanimous spirit is wiser than to contend for the mastery in such encounters. Serpents alone conquer by the steadiness of their gaze. My friend looks me in the face and sees me, that is all.

Henry David Thoreau
<p style="color: #979B9E">…</p>

#979B9E as Text Shadow:

It is equally impossible to forget our Friends, and to make them answer to our ideal. When they say farewell, then indeed we beginto keep them company. How often we find ourselves turning our backs on our actual Friends, that we may go and meet their ideal cousins.

Henry David Thoreau
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #979B9E">…</p>

#979B9E as Linear Gradient:

Friendship is but a name, faith is an empty name. Alas, it is not safe to praise to a friend the object of your love; as soon as he believes your praises, he slips into your place.

Ovid
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #979B9E)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #979B9E?

RGB Value for #979B9E is rgb(151, 155, 158).

What is the RGB percentage of #979B9E?

RGB percentage for #979B9E is 59% Red 60% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #979B9E?

CMYK Color Model of #979B9E is 4 Cyan 2 Magenta 0 Yellow 38 Black.

What is the HSL value of #979B9E?

HSL Value of #979B9E is 206°(degrees) Hue 3 Saturation 61 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #979B9E?

HSV Value of #979B9E is 206 Hue 4 Saturation 62 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #979B9E?

XYZ Color Model of #979B9E is 30.65, 32.49, 37.0.