#B8B9CB Hex Color Code

#B8B9CB

The Hexadecimal Color #B8B9CB is a contrast shade of Silver. #B8B9CB RGB value is rgb(184, 185, 203). RGB Color Model of #B8B9CB consists of 72% red, 72% green and 79% blue. HSL color Mode of #B8B9CB has 237°(degrees) Hue, 15% Saturation and 76% Lightness. #B8B9CB color has an wavelength of 470.77778nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B8B9CB is #CCCCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B8B9CB is #BBC. The Closest Color to #B8B9CB is #C0C0C0. Official Name of #B8B9CB Hex Code is French Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B8B9CB is 9 Cyan 9 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black and #B8B9CB CMY is 9, 9, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B8B9CB is hsl(237,15,76, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(237, 9, 80). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B8B9CB is 47.89, 49.2, 63.46.
Hex8 Value of #B8B9CB is #B8B9CBFF. Decimal Value of #B8B9CB is 12106187 and Octal Value of #B8B9CB is 56134713. Binary Value of #B8B9CB is 10111000, 10111001, 11001011 and Android of #B8B9CB is 4290296267 / 0xffb8b9cb. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B8B9CB is 0.298, 0.306, 0.306 and YIQ Color Space of #B8B9CB is 186.753, -6.3793, 5.3901. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B8B9CB is 45.92, 50.21, 63.22. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B8B9CB is 75.58, 3.15, -9.17. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B8B9CB is 75.58, -1.59, -14.53. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B8B9CB is 75.58, 9.7, 288.96. Hunter Lab variable of #B8B9CB is 70.14, -0.88, -4.54.

#B8B9CB - French Gray Color Image
#B8B9CB - French Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B8B9CB

RGB Percentages of #B8B9CB

72%
72%
79%

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 #B8B9CB

72.16%
72.53%
79.61%

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 #B8B9CB

9%
9%
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 #B8B9CB

To get 25% Saturated #B8B9CB Color, you need to convert the hex color #B8B9CB 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 #B8B9CB 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 #B8B9CB

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 #B8B9CB

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 #B8B9CB

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 #B8B9CB to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B8B9CB to it's the darkest color.

#B8B9CB Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(184, 185, 203)
RGB Percent 72%, 72%, 79%
RYB 184.0, 184.95, 203.0
CMYK 9, 9, 0, 20
CMY 9, 9, 0
HSL hsl(237, 15%, 76%)
HSLA hsl(237, 15%, 76%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(237, 9, 80)
XYZ 47.89, 49.2, 63.46
Hex8 Value #B8B9CBFF
Decimal Value 12106187
Octal Value 56134713
Binary Value 10111000,10111001,11001011
Android 4290296267 / 0xffb8b9cb
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(237, 15%, 76%)
xyY 0.298, 0.306, 49.2
YIQ 186.753, -6.3793, 5.3901
LMS 45.92, 50.21, 63.22
CieLAB 75.58, 3.15, -9.17
CieLUV : LCHuv 75.58, -1.59, -14.53
CieLCH : LCHab 75.58, 9.7, 288.96
Hunter Lab 70.14, -0.88, -4.54
YUV 186.753, 8.0, -2.42
YDbDr 186.753, 24.44, 5.24
YCbCr 176.39, 136.05, 126.28
YCoCg 189.25, 193.5, -4.25
YPbPr 186.75, 9.17, -1.96
Munsell Color System 12663.62 46.67/267.68

#B8B9CB HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B8B9CB as Background:

People who are involved in self-discovery lead different types of lives. The lives they lead are not necessarily the lives of renunciation. Rather, it is a structuring of the elements in your life in a particular way.

Frederick Lenz
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#B8B9CB as Text Color:

Not to the swift, the race: Not to the strong, the fight: Not to the righteous, perfect grace: Not to the wise, the light. But often faltering feet Come surest to the goal; And they who walk in darkness meet The sunrise of the soul.

Henry Van Dyke
<p style="color: #B8B9CB">…</p>

#B8B9CB as Text Shadow:

Yes, success is everything. Failure is more common. Most achieve a sort of middling thing, but fortunately one's situation is always blurred, you never know absolutely quite where you are.

Donald Barthelme
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B8B9CB">…</p>

#B8B9CB as Linear Gradient:

Norman Mailer in his writings is ultimately more concerned with success than with danger; danger is only a means to success.

Susan Sontag
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B8B9CB)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B8B9CB?

RGB Value for #B8B9CB is rgb(184, 185, 203).

What is the RGB percentage of #B8B9CB?

RGB percentage for #B8B9CB is 72% Red 72% Green 79% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B8B9CB?

CMYK Color Model of #B8B9CB is 9 Cyan 9 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B8B9CB?

HSL Value of #B8B9CB is 237°(degrees) Hue 15 Saturation 76 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B8B9CB?

HSV Value of #B8B9CB is 237 Hue 9 Saturation 80 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B8B9CB?

XYZ Color Model of #B8B9CB is 47.89, 49.2, 63.46.