#B8AD9B Hex Color Code

#B8AD9B

The Hexadecimal Color #B8AD9B is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #B8AD9B RGB value is rgb(184, 173, 155). RGB Color Model of #B8AD9B consists of 72% red, 67% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #B8AD9B has 37°(degrees) Hue, 17% Saturation and 66% Lightness. #B8AD9B color has an wavelength of 596.7037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B8AD9B is #CCCCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B8AD9B is #BA9. The Closest Color to #B8AD9B is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #B8AD9B Hex Code is Taupe Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B8AD9B is 0 Cyan 6 Magenta 16 Yellow 28 Black and #B8AD9B CMY is 0, 6, 16. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B8AD9B is hsl(37,17,66, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(37, 16, 72). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B8AD9B is 40.63, 42.44, 37.06.
Hex8 Value of #B8AD9B is #B8AD9BFF. Decimal Value of #B8AD9B is 12103067 and Octal Value of #B8AD9B is 56126633. Binary Value of #B8AD9B is 10111000, 10101101, 10011011 and Android of #B8AD9B is 4290293147 / 0xffb8ad9b. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B8AD9B is 0.338, 0.353, 0.353 and YIQ Color Space of #B8AD9B is 174.237, 12.3383, -3.2751. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B8AD9B is 41.99, 43.68, 37.14. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B8AD9B is 71.17, 0.9, 10.66. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B8AD9B is 71.17, 7.68, 14.91. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B8AD9B is 71.17, 10.7, 85.17. Hunter Lab variable of #B8AD9B is 65.15, -2.68, 11.87.

#B8AD9B - Taupe Gray Color Image
#B8AD9B - Taupe Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B8AD9B

RGB Percentages of #B8AD9B

72%
67%
60%

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 #B8AD9B

67.73%
72.16%
60.78%

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 #B8AD9B

0%
6%
16%
28%

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 #B8AD9B

To get 25% Saturated #B8AD9B Color, you need to convert the hex color #B8AD9B 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 #B8AD9B 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 #B8AD9B

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 #B8AD9B

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 #B8AD9B

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 #B8AD9B to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B8AD9B to it's the darkest color.

#B8AD9B Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(184, 173, 155)
RGB Percent 72%, 67%, 60%
RYB 172.72, 184.0, 155.0
CMYK 0, 6, 16, 28
CMY 0, 6, 16
HSL hsl(37, 17%, 66%)
HSLA hsl(37, 17%, 66%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(37, 16, 72)
XYZ 40.63, 42.44, 37.06
Hex8 Value #B8AD9BFF
Decimal Value 12103067
Octal Value 56126633
Binary Value 10111000,10101101,10011011
Android 4290293147 / 0xffb8ad9b
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(37, 17%, 66%)
xyY 0.338, 0.353, 42.445
YIQ 174.237, 12.3383, -3.2751
LMS 41.99, 43.68, 37.14
CieLAB 71.17, 0.9, 10.66
CieLUV : LCHuv 71.17, 7.68, 14.91
CieLCH : LCHab 71.17, 10.7, 85.17
Hunter Lab 65.15, -2.68, 11.87
YUV 174.237, -9.47, 8.56
YDbDr 174.237, -28.94, -18.57
YCbCr 165.64, 118.46, 134.12
YCoCg 171.25, 169.5, 1.75
YPbPr 174.24, -10.86, 6.96
Munsell Color System 12445.09 37.05/83.26

#B8AD9B HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B8AD9B as Background:

We must love one another, yes, yes, that's all true enough, but nothing says we have to like each other. It may be the very recognition of all men as our brothers that accounts for the sibling rivalry, and even enmity, we have toward so many of them.

Peter De Vries
<p style="background: #B8AD9B">…</p>

#B8AD9B as Text Color:

There can be no friendship where there is no freedom. Friendship loves a free air, and will not be fenced up in straight and narrow enclosures.

William Penn
<p style="color: #B8AD9B">…</p>

#B8AD9B as Text Shadow:

It is unfortunately very true that, without leisure and money, love can be no more than an orgy of the common man. Instead of being a sudden impulse full of ardor and reverie, it becomes a distastefully utilitarian affair.

Charles Baudelaire
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B8AD9B">…</p>

#B8AD9B as Linear Gradient:

Perhaps a great love is never returned. Had it been given warmth and shelter by its counterpart in the Other, perhaps it would have been hindered from ever growing to maturity. It "gives" us nothing. But in its world of loneliness it leads us up to the summits with wide vistas - of great insights.

Dag Hammarskjold
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B8AD9B)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B8AD9B?

RGB Value for #B8AD9B is rgb(184, 173, 155).

What is the RGB percentage of #B8AD9B?

RGB percentage for #B8AD9B is 72% Red 67% Green 60% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B8AD9B?

CMYK Color Model of #B8AD9B is 0 Cyan 6 Magenta 16 Yellow 28 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B8AD9B?

HSL Value of #B8AD9B is 37°(degrees) Hue 17 Saturation 66 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B8AD9B?

HSV Value of #B8AD9B is 37 Hue 16 Saturation 72 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B8AD9B?

XYZ Color Model of #B8AD9B is 40.63, 42.44, 37.06.