#9C979A Hex Color Code

#9C979A

The Hexadecimal Color #9C979A is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #9C979A RGB value is rgb(156, 151, 154). RGB Color Model of #9C979A consists of 61% red, 59% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #9C979A has 324°(degrees) Hue, 2% Saturation and 60% Lightness. #9C979A color has an wavelength of 416nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #9C979A is #CC99CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #9C979A is #999. The Closest Color to #9C979A is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #9C979A Hex Code is Star Dust. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #9C979A is 0 Cyan 3 Magenta 1 Yellow 39 Black and #9C979A CMY is 0, 3, 1. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #9C979A is hsl(324,2,60, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(324, 3, 61). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #9C979A is 30.61, 31.53, 35.04.
Hex8 Value of #9C979A is #9C979AFF. Decimal Value of #9C979A is 10262426 and Octal Value of #9C979A is 47113632. Binary Value of #9C979A is 10011100, 10010111, 10011010 and Android of #9C979A is 4288452506 / 0xff9c979a. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #9C979A is 0.315, 0.324, 0.324 and YIQ Color Space of #9C979A is 152.837, 2.0156, 1.9911. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #9C979A is 30.29, 32.2, 34.98. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #9C979A is 62.95, 2.41, -0.93. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #9C979A is 62.95, 2.72, -1.76. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #9C979A is 62.95, 2.58, 338.9. Hunter Lab variable of #9C979A is 56.15, -0.96, 2.31.

#9C979A - Star Dust Color Image
#9C979A - Star Dust Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #9C979A

RGB Percentages of #9C979A

61%
59%
60%

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 #9C979A

61.18%
59.22%
60.39%

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 #9C979A

0%
3%
1%
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 #9C979A

To get 25% Saturated #9C979A Color, you need to convert the hex color #9C979A 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 #9C979A 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 #9C979A

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 #9C979A

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 #9C979A

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 #9C979A to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #9C979A to it's the darkest color.

#9C979A Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(156, 151, 154)
RGB Percent 61%, 59%, 60%
RYB 156.0, 151.0, 154.0
CMYK 0, 3, 1, 39
CMY 0, 3, 1
HSL hsl(324, 2%, 60%)
HSLA hsl(324, 2%, 60%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(324, 3, 61)
XYZ 30.61, 31.53, 35.04
Hex8 Value #9C979AFF
Decimal Value 10262426
Octal Value 47113632
Binary Value 10011100,10010111,10011010
Android 4288452506 / 0xff9c979a
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(324, 2%, 60%)
xyY 0.315, 0.324, 31.534
YIQ 152.837, 2.0156, 1.9911
LMS 30.29, 32.2, 34.98
CieLAB 62.95, 2.41, -0.93
CieLUV : LCHuv 62.95, 2.72, -1.76
CieLCH : LCHab 62.95, 2.58, 338.9
Hunter Lab 56.15, -0.96, 2.31
YUV 152.837, 0.57, 2.77
YDbDr 152.837, 1.75, -6.01
YCbCr 147.26, 128.58, 129.98
YCoCg 153.0, 155.0, -2.0
YPbPr 152.84, 0.66, 2.26
Munsell Color System 11944.28 13.44/311.79

#9C979A HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#9C979A as Background:

My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style

Maya Angelou
<p style="background: #9C979A">…</p>

#9C979A as Text Color:

Let gratitude be the pillow upon which you kneel to say your nightly prayer. And let faith be the bridge you build to overcome evil and welcome good.

Maya Angelou
<p style="color: #9C979A">…</p>

#9C979A as Text Shadow:

You must understand the whole of life, not just one little part of it. That is why you must read, that is why you must look at the skies, that is why you must sing and dance, and write poems and suffer and understand, for all that is life.

Jiddu Krishnamurti
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #9C979A">…</p>

#9C979A as Linear Gradient:

For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.

Nelson Mandela
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #9C979A)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #9C979A?

RGB Value for #9C979A is rgb(156, 151, 154).

What is the RGB percentage of #9C979A?

RGB percentage for #9C979A is 61% Red 59% Green 60% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #9C979A?

CMYK Color Model of #9C979A is 0 Cyan 3 Magenta 1 Yellow 39 Black.

What is the HSL value of #9C979A?

HSL Value of #9C979A is 324°(degrees) Hue 2 Saturation 60 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #9C979A?

HSV Value of #9C979A is 324 Hue 3 Saturation 61 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #9C979A?

XYZ Color Model of #9C979A is 30.61, 31.53, 35.04.