#999C9C Hex Color Code

#999C9C

The Hexadecimal Color #999C9C is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #999C9C RGB value is rgb(153, 156, 156). RGB Color Model of #999C9C consists of 60% red, 61% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #999C9C has 180°(degrees) Hue, 1% Saturation and 61% Lightness. #999C9C color has an wavelength of 506.66667nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #999C9C is #CCCCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #999C9C is #999. The Closest Color to #999C9C is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #999C9C Hex Code is Star Dust. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #999C9C is 2 Cyan 0 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black and #999C9C CMY is 2, 0, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #999C9C is hsl(180,1,61, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(180, 2, 61). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #999C9C is 31.03, 32.95, 36.17.
Hex8 Value of #999C9C is #999C9CFF. Decimal Value of #999C9C is 10067100 and Octal Value of #999C9C is 46316234. Binary Value of #999C9C is 10011001, 10011100, 10011100 and Android of #999C9C is 4288257180 / 0xff999c9c. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #999C9C is 0.31, 0.329, 0.329 and YIQ Color Space of #999C9C is 155.103, -1.7877, -0.6345. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #999C9C is 31.02, 34.32, 36.11. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #999C9C is 64.12, -1.06, -0.38. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #999C9C is 64.12, -1.67, -0.38. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #999C9C is 64.12, 1.13, 199.72. Hunter Lab variable of #999C9C is 57.4, -3.96, 2.82.

#999C9C - Star Dust Color Image
#999C9C - Star Dust Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #999C9C

RGB Percentages of #999C9C

60%
61%
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 #999C9C

60.0%
60.59%
61.18%

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 #999C9C

2%
0%
0%
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 #999C9C

To get 25% Saturated #999C9C Color, you need to convert the hex color #999C9C 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 #999C9C 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 #999C9C

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 #999C9C

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 #999C9C

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 #999C9C to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #999C9C to it's the darkest color.

#999C9C Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(153, 156, 156)
RGB Percent 60%, 61%, 61%
RYB 153.0, 154.5, 156.0
CMYK 2, 0, 0, 39
CMY 2, 0, 0
HSL hsl(180, 1%, 61%)
HSLA hsl(180, 1%, 61%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(180, 2, 61)
XYZ 31.03, 32.95, 36.17
Hex8 Value #999C9CFF
Decimal Value 10067100
Octal Value 46316234
Binary Value 10011001,10011100,10011100
Android 4288257180 / 0xff999c9c
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(180, 1%, 61%)
xyY 0.31, 0.329, 32.949
YIQ 155.103, -1.7877, -0.6345
LMS 31.02, 34.32, 36.11
CieLAB 64.12, -1.06, -0.38
CieLUV : LCHuv 64.12, -1.67, -0.38
CieLCH : LCHab 64.12, 1.13, 199.72
Hunter Lab 57.4, -3.96, 2.82
YUV 155.103, 0.44, -1.85
YDbDr 155.103, 1.35, 4.0
YCbCr 149.21, 128.44, 126.68
YCoCg 155.25, 154.5, 0.75
YPbPr 155.1, 0.51, -1.5
Munsell Color System 12010.09 17.96/204.67

#999C9C HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#999C9C as Background:

The one who does not honor the teacher and the one who does not honor the task, although ever so knowledgeable, they are confused.

Laozi
<p style="background: #999C9C">…</p>

#999C9C as Text Color:

Even great spirits have only their five-fingers' breadth of experience - just beyond it their thinking ceases and their endless empty space and stupidity begins.

Friedrich Nietzsche
<p style="color: #999C9C">…</p>

#999C9C as Text Shadow:

Not only do we as individuals get locked into single-minded views, but we also reinforce these views for each other until the culture itself suffers the same mindlessness.

Ellen Langer
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #999C9C">…</p>

#999C9C as Linear Gradient:

Action in war is like movement in a resistant element. Just as the simplest and most natural of movements, walking, cannot easily be performed in water, so in war, it is difficult for normal efforts to achieve even moderate results.

Carl von Clausewitz
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #999C9C)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #999C9C?

RGB Value for #999C9C is rgb(153, 156, 156).

What is the RGB percentage of #999C9C?

RGB percentage for #999C9C is 60% Red 61% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #999C9C?

CMYK Color Model of #999C9C is 2 Cyan 0 Magenta 0 Yellow 39 Black.

What is the HSL value of #999C9C?

HSL Value of #999C9C is 180°(degrees) Hue 1 Saturation 61 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #999C9C?

HSV Value of #999C9C is 180 Hue 2 Saturation 61 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #999C9C?

XYZ Color Model of #999C9C is 31.03, 32.95, 36.17.