#B9179D Hex Color Code

#B9179D

The Hexadecimal Color #B9179D is a contrast shade of Medium Violet Red. #B9179D RGB value is rgb(185, 23, 157). RGB Color Model of #B9179D consists of 72% red, 9% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #B9179D has 310°(degrees) Hue, 78% Saturation and 41% Lightness. #B9179D color has an wavelength of 424.81481nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B9179D is #CC33CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B9179D is #B19. The Closest Color to #B9179D is #C71585. Official Name of #B9179D Hex Code is Violet Eggplant. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B9179D is 0 Cyan 88 Magenta 15 Yellow 27 Black and #B9179D CMY is 0, 88, 15. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B9179D is hsl(310,78,41, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(310, 88, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B9179D is 26.4, 13.36, 33.08.
Hex8 Value of #B9179D is #B9179DFF. Decimal Value of #B9179D is 12130205 and Octal Value of #B9179D is 56213635. Binary Value of #B9179D is 10111001, 10111, 10011101 and Android of #B9179D is 4290320285 / 0xffb9179d. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B9179D is 0.362, 0.183, 0.183 and YIQ Color Space of #B9179D is 86.714, 53.4816, 75.9638. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B9179D is 19.71, 4.31, 32.79. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B9179D is 43.3, 70.62, -32.21. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B9179D is 43.3, 70.95, -56.04. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B9179D is 43.3, 77.62, 335.48. Hunter Lab variable of #B9179D is 36.55, 64.96, -28.07.

#B9179D - Violet Eggplant Color Image
#B9179D - Violet Eggplant Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B9179D

RGB Percentages of #B9179D

72%
9%
61%

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 #B9179D

72.55%
9.02%
61.57%

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 #B9179D

0%
88%
15%
27%

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 #B9179D

To get 25% Saturated #B9179D Color, you need to convert the hex color #B9179D 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 #B9179D 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 #B9179D

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 #B9179D

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 #B9179D

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 #B9179D to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B9179D to it's the darkest color.

#B9179D Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(185, 23, 157)
RGB Percent 72%, 9%, 61%
RYB 185.0, 23.0, 157.0
CMYK 0, 88, 15, 27
CMY 0, 88, 15
HSL hsl(310, 78%, 41%)
HSLA hsl(310, 78%, 41%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(310, 88, 73)
XYZ 26.4, 13.36, 33.08
Hex8 Value #B9179DFF
Decimal Value 12130205
Octal Value 56213635
Binary Value 10111001,10111,10011101
Android 4290320285 / 0xffb9179d
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(310, 78%, 41%)
xyY 0.362, 0.183, 13.364
YIQ 86.714, 53.4816, 75.9638
LMS 19.71, 4.31, 32.79
CieLAB 43.3, 70.62, -32.21
CieLUV : LCHuv 43.3, 70.95, -56.04
CieLCH : LCHab 43.3, 77.62, 335.48
Hunter Lab 36.55, 64.96, -28.07
YUV 86.714, 34.61, 86.23
YDbDr 86.714, 105.72, -186.87
YCbCr 90.47, 162.84, 189.58
YCoCg 97.0, 171.0, -74.0
YPbPr 86.71, 39.66, 70.1
Munsell Color System 10719.44 487.54/343.23

#B9179D HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B9179D as Background:

Tact is the rare ability to keep silent while two friends are arguing, and you know both of them are wrong.

Hugh Allen
<p style="background: #B9179D">…</p>

#B9179D as Text Color:

I think what makes our marriage work amid all the glare is that my husband is my best friend. He inspires everything in my life and enables me to do the best that I can. I want to hang out with him more than anyone.

Faith Hill
<p style="color: #B9179D">…</p>

#B9179D as Text Shadow:

The loss of a friend is like that of a limb; time may heal the anguish of the wound, but the loss cannot be repaired.

Robert Southey
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B9179D">…</p>

#B9179D as Linear Gradient:

My very best friend died in a car accident when I was 16 years old. That was the hardest blow emotionally that I have ever had to endure. Suddenly, you realize tomorrow might not come. Now I live by the motto, 'Today is what I have.'

Amber Heard
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B9179D)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B9179D?

RGB Value for #B9179D is rgb(185, 23, 157).

What is the RGB percentage of #B9179D?

RGB percentage for #B9179D is 72% Red 9% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B9179D?

CMYK Color Model of #B9179D is 0 Cyan 88 Magenta 15 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B9179D?

HSL Value of #B9179D is 310°(degrees) Hue 78 Saturation 41 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B9179D?

HSV Value of #B9179D is 310 Hue 88 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B9179D?

XYZ Color Model of #B9179D is 26.4, 13.36, 33.08.