#B3B997 Hex Color Code
#B3B997
The Hexadecimal Color #B3B997 is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #B3B997 RGB value is rgb(179, 185, 151). RGB Color Model of #B3B997 consists of 70% red, 72% green and 59% blue. HSL color Mode of #B3B997 has 71°(degrees) Hue, 20% Saturation and 66% Lightness. #B3B997 color has an wavelength of 575.2963nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B3B997 is #CCCC99. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B3B997 is #BB9. The Closest Color to #B3B997 is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #B3B997 Hex Code is Heathered Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B3B997 is 3 Cyan 0 Magenta 18 Yellow 27 Black and #B3B997 CMY is 3, 0, 18. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B3B997 is hsl(71,20,66, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(71, 18, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B3B997 is 41.52, 46.52, 36.06.
Hex8 Value of #B3B997 is #B3B997FF. Decimal Value of #B3B997 is 11778455 and Octal Value of #B3B997 is 54734627. Binary Value of #B3B997 is 10110011, 10111001, 10010111 and Android of #B3B997 is 4289968535 / 0xffb3b997. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B3B997 is 0.335, 0.375, 0.375 and YIQ Color Space of #B3B997 is 179.33, 7.3488, -11.8498. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B3B997 is 44.55, 49.97, 36.22. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B3B997 is 73.88, -8.04, 16.6. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B3B997 is 73.88, -1.8, 24.65. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B3B997 is 73.88, 18.44, 115.84. Hunter Lab variable of #B3B997 is 68.21, -10.7, 16.4.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #B3B997
RGB Percentages of #B3B997
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 #B3B997
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 #B3B997
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 #B3B997
To get 25% Saturated #B3B997 Color, you need to convert the hex color #B3B997 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 #B3B997 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 #B3B997
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 #B3B997
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 #B3B997
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 #B3B997 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B3B997 to it's the darkest color.
#B3B997 Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(179, 185, 151) |
| RGB Percent | 70%, 72%, 59% |
| RYB | 151.0, 185.0, 157.0 |
| CMYK | 3, 0, 18, 27 |
| CMY | 3, 0, 18 |
| HSL | hsl(71, 20%, 66%) |
| HSLA | hsl(71, 20%, 66%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(71, 18, 73) |
| XYZ | 41.52, 46.52, 36.06 |
| Hex8 Value | #B3B997FF |
| Decimal Value | 11778455 |
| Octal Value | 54734627 |
| Binary Value | 10110011,10111001,10010111 |
| Android | 4289968535 / 0xffb3b997 |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(71, 20%, 66%) |
| xyY | 0.335, 0.375, 46.516 |
| YIQ | 179.33, 7.3488, -11.8498 |
| LMS | 44.55, 49.97, 36.22 |
| CieLAB | 73.88, -8.04, 16.6 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 73.88, -1.8, 24.65 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 73.88, 18.44, 115.84 |
| Hunter Lab | 68.21, -10.7, 16.4 |
| YUV | 179.33, -13.94, -0.29 |
| YDbDr | 179.33, -42.62, 0.62 |
| YCbCr | 170.01, 113.96, 127.79 |
| YCoCg | 175.0, 165.0, 10.0 |
| YPbPr | 179.33, -15.99, -0.24 |
| Munsell Color System | 12573.01 64.22/114.64 |
#B3B997 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#B3B997 as Background:
We love everything on our own account; we even follow our own taste and inclination when we prefer our friends to ourselves; and yet it is this preference alone that constitutes true and perfect friendship.
<p style="background: #B3B997">…</p>#B3B997 as Text Color:
The man who backbites an absent friend, nay, who does not stand up for him when another blames him, the man who angles for bursts of laughter and for the repute of a wit, who can invent what he never saw, who cannot keep a secret -- that man is black at heart: mark and avoid him.
<p style="color: #B3B997">…</p>#B3B997 as Text Shadow:
Love is like the wild rose-briar; Friendship like the holly-tree. The holly is dark when the rose-briar blooms, but which will bloom most constantly?
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B3B997">…</p>#B3B997 as Linear Gradient:
At first an ordeal and then an accomplishment, the daily run becomes a staple, like bread, or wine, a fine marriage, or air. It is also a free pass to friendship.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B3B997)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #B3B997?
RGB Value for #B3B997 is rgb(179, 185, 151).
What is the RGB percentage of #B3B997?
RGB percentage for #B3B997 is 70% Red 72% Green 59% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B3B997?
CMYK Color Model of #B3B997 is 3 Cyan 0 Magenta 18 Yellow 27 Black.
What is the HSL value of #B3B997?
HSL Value of #B3B997 is 71°(degrees) Hue 20 Saturation 66 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #B3B997?
HSV Value of #B3B997 is 71 Hue 18 Saturation 73 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #B3B997?
XYZ Color Model of #B3B997 is 41.52, 46.52, 36.06.