#B257E0 Hex Color Code

#B257E0

The Hexadecimal Color #B257E0 is a contrast shade of Medium Orchid. #B257E0 RGB value is rgb(178, 87, 224). RGB Color Model of #B257E0 consists of 69% red, 34% green and 87% blue. HSL color Mode of #B257E0 has 280°(degrees) Hue, 69% Saturation and 61% Lightness. #B257E0 color has an wavelength of 443.7037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B257E0 is #CC66FF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B257E0 is #A5D. The Closest Color to #B257E0 is #BA55D3. Official Name of #B257E0 Hex Code is Amethyst. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B257E0 is 21 Cyan 61 Magenta 0 Yellow 12 Black and #B257E0 CMY is 21, 61, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B257E0 is hsl(280,69,61, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(280, 61, 88). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B257E0 is 35.22, 21.66, 72.83.
Hex8 Value of #B257E0 is #B257E0FF. Decimal Value of #B257E0 is 11687904 and Octal Value of #B257E0 is 54453740. Binary Value of #B257E0 is 10110010, 1010111, 11100000 and Android of #B257E0 is 4289877984 / 0xffb257e0. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B257E0 is 0.272, 0.167, 0.167 and YIQ Color Space of #B257E0 is 129.827, 10.2088, 61.8809. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B257E0 is 23.29, 12.43, 72.02. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B257E0 is 53.66, 58.85, -54.8. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B257E0 is 53.66, 31.84, -91.7. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B257E0 is 53.66, 80.41, 317.04. Hunter Lab variable of #B257E0 is 46.54, 53.64, -60.2.

#B257E0 - Amethyst Color Image
#B257E0 - Amethyst Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B257E0

RGB Percentages of #B257E0

69%
34%
87%

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 #B257E0

69.8%
34.12%
87.84%

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 #B257E0

21%
61%
0%
12%

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 #B257E0

To get 25% Saturated #B257E0 Color, you need to convert the hex color #B257E0 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 #B257E0 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 #B257E0

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 #B257E0

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 #B257E0

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 #B257E0 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B257E0 to it's the darkest color.

#B257E0 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(178, 87, 224)
RGB Percent 69%, 34%, 87%
RYB 178.0, 87.0, 224.0
CMYK 21, 61, 0, 12
CMY 21, 61, 0
HSL hsl(280, 69%, 61%)
HSLA hsl(280, 69%, 61%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(280, 61, 88)
XYZ 35.22, 21.66, 72.83
Hex8 Value #B257E0FF
Decimal Value 11687904
Octal Value 54453740
Binary Value 10110010,1010111,11100000
Android 4289877984 / 0xffb257e0
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(280, 69%, 61%)
xyY 0.272, 0.167, 21.664
YIQ 129.827, 10.2088, 61.8809
LMS 23.29, 12.43, 72.02
CieLAB 53.66, 58.85, -54.8
CieLUV : LCHuv 53.66, 31.84, -91.7
CieLCH : LCHab 53.66, 80.41, 317.04
Hunter Lab 46.54, 53.64, -60.2
YUV 129.827, 46.36, 42.26
YDbDr 129.827, 141.67, -91.57
YCbCr 127.5, 174.68, 158.18
YCoCg 144.0, 201.0, -57.0
YPbPr 129.83, 53.14, 34.36
Munsell Color System 11393.29 308.10/315.80

#B257E0 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B257E0 as Background:

Sea Hunt was the first time anyone tackled a show that took place underwater. The stories were sort of exciting for kids, like cops and robbers underwater.

Lloyd Bridges
<p style="background: #B257E0">…</p>

#B257E0 as Text Color:

In the Craft, we do not believe in the Goddess - we connect with her; through the moon, the stars, the ocean, the earth, through trees, animals, through other human beings, through ourselves. She is here. She is within us all.

Starhawk
<p style="color: #B257E0">…</p>

#B257E0 as Text Shadow:

This whole act's immutably decreed. 'Twas rehearsed by thee and me a billion years before this ocean rolled. Fool! I am the Fates' lieutenant; I act under orders.

Herman Melville
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B257E0">…</p>

#B257E0 as Linear Gradient:

I don't see America as a mainland, but as a sea, a big ocean. Sometimes a storm arises, a formidable current develops, and it seems it will engulf everything. Wait a moment, another current will appear and bring the first one to naught.

Jacques Maritain
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B257E0)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B257E0?

RGB Value for #B257E0 is rgb(178, 87, 224).

What is the RGB percentage of #B257E0?

RGB percentage for #B257E0 is 69% Red 34% Green 87% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B257E0?

CMYK Color Model of #B257E0 is 21 Cyan 61 Magenta 0 Yellow 12 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B257E0?

HSL Value of #B257E0 is 280°(degrees) Hue 69 Saturation 61 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B257E0?

HSV Value of #B257E0 is 280 Hue 61 Saturation 88 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B257E0?

XYZ Color Model of #B257E0 is 35.22, 21.66, 72.83.