#B5B8C0 Hex Color Code

#B5B8C0

The Hexadecimal Color #B5B8C0 is a contrast shade of Silver. #B5B8C0 RGB value is rgb(181, 184, 192). RGB Color Model of #B5B8C0 consists of 70% red, 72% green and 75% blue. HSL color Mode of #B5B8C0 has 224°(degrees) Hue, 8% Saturation and 73% Lightness. #B5B8C0 color has an wavelength of 478.96296nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B5B8C0 is #CCCCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B5B8C0 is #BBB. The Closest Color to #B5B8C0 is #C0C0C0. Official Name of #B5B8C0 Hex Code is French Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B5B8C0 is 6 Cyan 4 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black and #B5B8C0 CMY is 6, 4, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B5B8C0 is hsl(224,8,73, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(224, 6, 75). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B5B8C0 is 45.71, 47.91, 56.7.
Hex8 Value of #B5B8C0 is #B5B8C0FF. Decimal Value of #B5B8C0 is 11909312 and Octal Value of #B5B8C0 is 55334300. Binary Value of #B5B8C0 is 10110101, 10111000, 11000000 and Android of #B5B8C0 is 4290099392 / 0xffb5b8c0. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B5B8C0 is 0.304, 0.319, 0.319 and YIQ Color Space of #B5B8C0 is 184.015, -4.3581, 1.8551. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B5B8C0 is 44.87, 49.51, 56.55. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B5B8C0 is 74.77, 0.49, -4.41. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B5B8C0 is 74.77, -2.11, -6.72. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B5B8C0 is 74.77, 4.44, 276.34. Hunter Lab variable of #B5B8C0 is 69.22, -3.25, -0.12.

#B5B8C0 - French Gray Color Image
#B5B8C0 - French Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B5B8C0

RGB Percentages of #B5B8C0

70%
72%
75%

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 #B5B8C0

70.98%
71.9%
75.29%

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 #B5B8C0

6%
4%
0%
25%

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 #B5B8C0

To get 25% Saturated #B5B8C0 Color, you need to convert the hex color #B5B8C0 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 #B5B8C0 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 #B5B8C0

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 #B5B8C0

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 #B5B8C0

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 #B5B8C0 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B5B8C0 to it's the darkest color.

#B5B8C0 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(181, 184, 192)
RGB Percent 70%, 72%, 75%
RYB 181.0, 183.36, 192.0
CMYK 6, 4, 0, 25
CMY 6, 4, 0
HSL hsl(224, 8%, 73%)
HSLA hsl(224, 8%, 73%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(224, 6, 75)
XYZ 45.71, 47.91, 56.7
Hex8 Value #B5B8C0FF
Decimal Value 11909312
Octal Value 55334300
Binary Value 10110101,10111000,11000000
Android 4290099392 / 0xffb5b8c0
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(224, 8%, 73%)
xyY 0.304, 0.319, 47.91
YIQ 184.015, -4.3581, 1.8551
LMS 44.87, 49.51, 56.55
CieLAB 74.77, 0.49, -4.41
CieLUV : LCHuv 74.77, -2.11, -6.72
CieLCH : LCHab 74.77, 4.44, 276.34
Hunter Lab 69.22, -3.25, -0.12
YUV 184.015, 3.93, -2.65
YDbDr 184.015, 12.01, 5.74
YCbCr 174.04, 131.96, 126.11
YCoCg 185.25, 186.5, -1.25
YPbPr 184.02, 4.51, -2.15
Munsell Color System 12621.45 29.11/250.15

#B5B8C0 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B5B8C0 as Background:

It's probably not love if you don't press your face to the toilet seat after they've used it to feel their warmth.

Rob Delaney
<p style="background: #B5B8C0">…</p>

#B5B8C0 as Text Color:

I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.

Leo Buscaglia
<p style="color: #B5B8C0">…</p>

#B5B8C0 as Text Shadow:

Love is everything it's cracked up to be. It really is worth fighting for, being brave for, risking everything for.

Erica Jong
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B5B8C0">…</p>

#B5B8C0 as Linear Gradient:

If you text 'I love you' and the person writes back an emoji - no matter what that emoji is, they don't love you back.

Chelsea Peretti
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B5B8C0)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B5B8C0?

RGB Value for #B5B8C0 is rgb(181, 184, 192).

What is the RGB percentage of #B5B8C0?

RGB percentage for #B5B8C0 is 70% Red 72% Green 75% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B5B8C0?

CMYK Color Model of #B5B8C0 is 6 Cyan 4 Magenta 0 Yellow 25 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B5B8C0?

HSL Value of #B5B8C0 is 224°(degrees) Hue 8 Saturation 73 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B5B8C0?

HSV Value of #B5B8C0 is 224 Hue 6 Saturation 75 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B5B8C0?

XYZ Color Model of #B5B8C0 is 45.71, 47.91, 56.7.