#B242CC Hex Color Code

#B242CC

The Hexadecimal Color #B242CC is a contrast shade of Medium Orchid. #B242CC RGB value is rgb(178, 66, 204). RGB Color Model of #B242CC consists of 69% red, 25% green and 80% blue. HSL color Mode of #B242CC has 289°(degrees) Hue, 58% Saturation and 53% Lightness. #B242CC color has an wavelength of 438.03704nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B242CC is #CC66FF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B242CC is #A4C. The Closest Color to #B242CC is #BA55D3. Official Name of #B242CC Hex Code is Amethyst. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B242CC is 13 Cyan 68 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black and #B242CC CMY is 13, 68, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B242CC is hsl(289,58,53, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(289, 68, 80). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B242CC is 31.21, 17.72, 58.89.
Hex8 Value of #B242CC is #B242CCFF. Decimal Value of #B242CC is 11682508 and Octal Value of #B242CC is 54441314. Binary Value of #B242CC is 10110010, 1000010, 11001100 and Android of #B242CC is 4289872588 / 0xffb242cc. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B242CC is 0.289, 0.164, 0.164 and YIQ Color Space of #B242CC is 115.22, 22.4014, 66.6336. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B242CC is 20.92, 8.48, 58.25. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B242CC is 49.15, 64.11, -50.62. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B242CC is 49.15, 41.99, -84.14. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B242CC is 49.15, 81.69, 321.71. Hunter Lab variable of #B242CC is 42.1, 58.68, -53.48.

#B242CC - Amethyst Color Image
#B242CC - Amethyst Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B242CC

RGB Percentages of #B242CC

69%
25%
80%

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 #B242CC

69.8%
25.88%
80.0%

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 #B242CC

13%
68%
0%
20%

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 #B242CC

To get 25% Saturated #B242CC Color, you need to convert the hex color #B242CC 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 #B242CC 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 #B242CC

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 #B242CC

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 #B242CC

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 #B242CC to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B242CC to it's the darkest color.

#B242CC Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(178, 66, 204)
RGB Percent 69%, 25%, 80%
RYB 178.0, 66.0, 204.0
CMYK 13, 68, 0, 20
CMY 13, 68, 0
HSL hsl(289, 58%, 53%)
HSLA hsl(289, 58%, 53%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(289, 68, 80)
XYZ 31.21, 17.72, 58.89
Hex8 Value #B242CCFF
Decimal Value 11682508
Octal Value 54441314
Binary Value 10110010,1000010,11001100
Android 4289872588 / 0xffb242cc
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(289, 58%, 53%)
xyY 0.289, 0.164, 17.723
YIQ 115.22, 22.4014, 66.6336
LMS 20.92, 8.48, 58.25
CieLAB 49.15, 64.11, -50.62
CieLUV : LCHuv 49.15, 41.99, -84.14
CieLCH : LCHab 49.15, 81.69, 321.71
Hunter Lab 42.1, 58.68, -53.48
YUV 115.22, 43.7, 55.08
YDbDr 115.22, 133.55, -119.35
YCbCr 114.95, 172.01, 167.34
YCoCg 128.5, 191.0, -62.5
YPbPr 115.22, 50.1, 44.78
Munsell Color System 11084.45 367.63/325.52

#B242CC HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B242CC as Background:

The mind can proceed only so far upon what it knows and can prove. There comes a point where the mind takes a higher plane of knowledge, but can never prove how it got there. All great discoveries have involved such a leap

Albert Einstein
<p style="background: #B242CC">…</p>

#B242CC as Text Color:

I am constantly amazed at how little painters know about painting, writers about writing, merchants about business, manufacturers about manufacturing. Most men just drift.

Sherwood Anderson
<p style="color: #B242CC">…</p>

#B242CC as Text Shadow:

In a spiral galaxy, the ratio of dark-to-light matter is about a factor of ten. That's probably a good number for the ratio of our ignorance-to-knowledge. We're out of kindergarten, but only in about third grade.

Vera Rubin
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B242CC">…</p>

#B242CC as Linear Gradient:

Philosophy is harmonized knowledge making a harmonious life; it is the self-discipline which lifts us to serenity and freedom. Knowledge is power, but only wisdom is liberty.

Will Durant
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B242CC)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B242CC?

RGB Value for #B242CC is rgb(178, 66, 204).

What is the RGB percentage of #B242CC?

RGB percentage for #B242CC is 69% Red 25% Green 80% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B242CC?

CMYK Color Model of #B242CC is 13 Cyan 68 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B242CC?

HSL Value of #B242CC is 289°(degrees) Hue 58 Saturation 53 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B242CC?

HSV Value of #B242CC is 289 Hue 68 Saturation 80 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B242CC?

XYZ Color Model of #B242CC is 31.21, 17.72, 58.89.