#996DEE Hex Color Code

#996DEE

The Hexadecimal Color #996DEE is a contrast shade of Medium Purple. #996DEE RGB value is rgb(153, 109, 238). RGB Color Model of #996DEE consists of 60% red, 42% green and 93% blue. HSL color Mode of #996DEE has 260°(degrees) Hue, 79% Saturation and 68% Lightness. #996DEE color has an wavelength of 456.2963nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #996DEE is #CC99FF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #996DEE is #96E. The Closest Color to #996DEE is #9370DB. Official Name of #996DEE Hex Code is Medium Purple. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #996DEE is 36 Cyan 54 Magenta 0 Yellow 7 Black and #996DEE CMY is 36, 54, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #996DEE is hsl(260,79,68, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(260, 54, 93). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #996DEE is 34.03, 23.88, 83.69.
Hex8 Value of #996DEE is #996DEEFF. Decimal Value of #996DEE is 10055150 and Octal Value of #996DEE is 46266756. Binary Value of #996DEE is 10011001, 1101101, 11101110 and Android of #996DEE is 4288245230 / 0xff996dee. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #996DEE is 0.24, 0.169, 0.169 and YIQ Color Space of #996DEE is 136.862, -15.2281, 49.4508. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #996DEE is 21.6, 17.1, 82.73. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #996DEE is 55.97, 44.84, -59.12. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #996DEE is 55.97, 10.01, -97.69. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #996DEE is 55.97, 74.2, 307.18. Hunter Lab variable of #996DEE is 48.87, 38.79, -67.33.

#996DEE - Medium Purple Color Image
#996DEE - Medium Purple Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #996DEE

RGB Percentages of #996DEE

60%
42%
93%

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 #996DEE

60.0%
42.75%
93.33%

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 #996DEE

36%
54%
0%
7%

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 #996DEE

To get 25% Saturated #996DEE Color, you need to convert the hex color #996DEE 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 #996DEE 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 #996DEE

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 #996DEE

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 #996DEE

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 #996DEE to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #996DEE to it's the darkest color.

#996DEE Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(153, 109, 238)
RGB Percent 60%, 42%, 93%
RYB 153.0, 109.0, 238.0
CMYK 36, 54, 0, 7
CMY 36, 54, 0
HSL hsl(260, 79%, 68%)
HSLA hsl(260, 79%, 68%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(260, 54, 93)
XYZ 34.03, 23.88, 83.69
Hex8 Value #996DEEFF
Decimal Value 10055150
Octal Value 46266756
Binary Value 10011001,1101101,11101110
Android 4288245230 / 0xff996dee
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(260, 79%, 68%)
xyY 0.24, 0.169, 23.882
YIQ 136.862, -15.2281, 49.4508
LMS 21.6, 17.1, 82.73
CieLAB 55.97, 44.84, -59.12
CieLUV : LCHuv 55.97, 10.01, -97.69
CieLCH : LCHab 55.97, 74.2, 307.18
Hunter Lab 48.87, 38.79, -67.33
YUV 136.862, 49.78, 14.16
YDbDr 136.862, 152.16, -30.66
YCbCr 133.54, 178.14, 138.11
YCoCg 152.25, 195.5, -43.25
YPbPr 136.86, 57.08, 11.51
Munsell Color System 11471.80 260.50/288.65

#996DEE HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#996DEE as Background:

Do something you really love in the most adventurous place you can and make sure it helps other people.

Diane Sawyer
<p style="background: #996DEE">…</p>

#996DEE as Text Color:

Go my friend bestow your love even on your enemies if you touch their hearts what do you think will happen.

Rumi
<p style="color: #996DEE">…</p>

#996DEE as Text Shadow:

Joy is the experience of knowing that you are unconditionally loved and that nothing-sicknes s, failure, emotional distress, oppression, war, or even death--can take that love away.

Henri Nouwen
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #996DEE">…</p>

#996DEE as Linear Gradient:

Love is the hastening gravitation of spirit towards spirit, and body towards body, in the joy of creation.

D. H. Lawrence
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #996DEE)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #996DEE?

RGB Value for #996DEE is rgb(153, 109, 238).

What is the RGB percentage of #996DEE?

RGB percentage for #996DEE is 60% Red 42% Green 93% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #996DEE?

CMYK Color Model of #996DEE is 36 Cyan 54 Magenta 0 Yellow 7 Black.

What is the HSL value of #996DEE?

HSL Value of #996DEE is 260°(degrees) Hue 79 Saturation 68 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #996DEE?

HSV Value of #996DEE is 260 Hue 54 Saturation 93 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #996DEE?

XYZ Color Model of #996DEE is 34.03, 23.88, 83.69.