#B3B9CD Hex Color Code

#B3B9CD

The Hexadecimal Color #B3B9CD is a contrast shade of Silver. #B3B9CD RGB value is rgb(179, 185, 205). RGB Color Model of #B3B9CD consists of 70% red, 72% green and 80% blue. HSL color Mode of #B3B9CD has 226°(degrees) Hue, 21% Saturation and 75% Lightness. #B3B9CD color has an wavelength of 477.7037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B3B9CD is #CCCCFF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B3B9CD is #BBC. The Closest Color to #B3B9CD is #C0C0C0. Official Name of #B3B9CD Hex Code is French Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B3B9CD is 13 Cyan 10 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black and #B3B9CD CMY is 13, 10, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B3B9CD is hsl(226,21,75, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(226, 13, 80). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B3B9CD is 46.96, 48.69, 64.67.
Hex8 Value of #B3B9CD is #B3B9CDFF. Decimal Value of #B3B9CD is 11778509 and Octal Value of #B3B9CD is 54734715. Binary Value of #B3B9CD is 10110011, 10111001, 11001101 and Android of #B3B9CD is 4289968589 / 0xffb3b9cd. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B3B9CD is 0.293, 0.304, 0.304 and YIQ Color Space of #B3B9CD is 185.486, -10.0014, 4.955. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B3B9CD is 44.83, 50.0, 64.4. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B3B9CD is 75.26, 1.92, -10.78. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B3B9CD is 75.26, -4.36, -16.83. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B3B9CD is 75.26, 10.95, 280.1. Hunter Lab variable of #B3B9CD is 69.78, -1.98, -6.1.

#B3B9CD - French Gray Color Image
#B3B9CD - French Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B3B9CD

RGB Percentages of #B3B9CD

70%
72%
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 #B3B9CD

70.2%
72.11%
80.39%

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 #B3B9CD

13%
10%
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 #B3B9CD

To get 25% Saturated #B3B9CD Color, you need to convert the hex color #B3B9CD 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 #B3B9CD 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 #B3B9CD

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 #B3B9CD

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 #B3B9CD

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 #B3B9CD to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B3B9CD to it's the darkest color.

#B3B9CD Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(179, 185, 205)
RGB Percent 70%, 72%, 80%
RYB 179.0, 183.88, 205.0
CMYK 13, 10, 0, 20
CMY 13, 10, 0
HSL hsl(226, 21%, 75%)
HSLA hsl(226, 21%, 75%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(226, 13, 80)
XYZ 46.96, 48.69, 64.67
Hex8 Value #B3B9CDFF
Decimal Value 11778509
Octal Value 54734715
Binary Value 10110011,10111001,11001101
Android 4289968589 / 0xffb3b9cd
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(226, 21%, 75%)
xyY 0.293, 0.304, 48.689
YIQ 185.486, -10.0014, 4.955
LMS 44.83, 50.0, 64.4
CieLAB 75.26, 1.92, -10.78
CieLUV : LCHuv 75.26, -4.36, -16.83
CieLCH : LCHab 75.26, 10.95, 280.1
Hunter Lab 69.78, -1.98, -6.1
YUV 185.486, 9.6, -5.69
YDbDr 185.486, 29.36, 12.34
YCbCr 175.3, 137.67, 123.94
YCoCg 188.5, 192.0, -3.5
YPbPr 185.49, 11.01, -4.63
Munsell Color System 12642.60 55.12/258.01

#B3B9CD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B3B9CD as Background:

We need affordable space travel to inspire our youth, to let them know that they can experience their dreams, can set significant goals and be in a position to lead all of us to future progress in exploration, discovery and fun. Thanks to the X Prize for the inspiration.

Burt Rutan
<p style="background: #B3B9CD">…</p>

#B3B9CD as Text Color:

One of the most powerful wellsprings of creative energy, outstanding accomplishment, and self-fulfillment seems to be falling in love with something - your dreams, your image of the future.

Ellis Paul Torrance
<p style="color: #B3B9CD">…</p>

#B3B9CD as Text Shadow:

The wholly manly man lacks the wit necessary to give objective form to his soaring and secret dreams, and the wholly womanly woman is apt to be too cynical a creature to dream at all.

H. L. Mencken
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B3B9CD">…</p>

#B3B9CD as Linear Gradient:

Some dreams we have are nothing else but dreams, Unnatural and full of contradictions; Yet others of our most romantic schemes, Are something more than fictions.

Thomas Hood
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B3B9CD)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B3B9CD?

RGB Value for #B3B9CD is rgb(179, 185, 205).

What is the RGB percentage of #B3B9CD?

RGB percentage for #B3B9CD is 70% Red 72% Green 80% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B3B9CD?

CMYK Color Model of #B3B9CD is 13 Cyan 10 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B3B9CD?

HSL Value of #B3B9CD is 226°(degrees) Hue 21 Saturation 75 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B3B9CD?

HSV Value of #B3B9CD is 226 Hue 13 Saturation 80 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B3B9CD?

XYZ Color Model of #B3B9CD is 46.96, 48.69, 64.67.