#B9955B Hex Color Code

#B9955B

The Hexadecimal Color #B9955B is a contrast shade of Dark Khaki. #B9955B RGB value is rgb(185, 149, 91). RGB Color Model of #B9955B consists of 72% red, 58% green and 35% blue. HSL color Mode of #B9955B has 37°(degrees) Hue, 40% Saturation and 54% Lightness. #B9955B color has an wavelength of 596.7037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B9955B is #CC9966. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B9955B is #B95. The Closest Color to #B9955B is #BDB76B. Official Name of #B9955B Hex Code is Muddy Waters. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B9955B is 0 Cyan 19 Magenta 51 Yellow 27 Black and #B9955B CMY is 0, 19, 51. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B9955B is hsl(37,40,54, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(37, 51, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B9955B is 32.64, 32.57, 14.46.
Hex8 Value of #B9955B is #B9955BFF. Decimal Value of #B9955B is 12162395 and Octal Value of #B9955B is 56312533. Binary Value of #B9955B is 10111001, 10010101, 1011011 and Android of #B9955B is 4290352475 / 0xffb9955b. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B9955B is 0.41, 0.409, 0.409 and YIQ Color Space of #B9955B is 153.152, 40.0878, -10.4356. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B9955B is 35.56, 32.41, 14.76. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B9955B is 63.81, 6.13, 35.57. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B9955B is 63.81, 27.72, 42.19. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B9955B is 63.81, 36.09, 80.22. Hunter Lab variable of #B9955B is 57.07, 2.22, 24.93.

#B9955B - Muddy Waters Color Image
#B9955B - Muddy Waters Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B9955B

RGB Percentages of #B9955B

72%
58%
35%

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 #B9955B

58.57%
72.55%
35.69%

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 #B9955B

0%
19%
51%
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 #B9955B

To get 25% Saturated #B9955B Color, you need to convert the hex color #B9955B 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 #B9955B 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 #B9955B

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 #B9955B

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 #B9955B

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 #B9955B to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B9955B to it's the darkest color.

#B9955B Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(185, 149, 91)
RGB Percent 72%, 58%, 35%
RYB 149.34, 185.0, 91.0
CMYK 0, 19, 51, 27
CMY 0, 19, 51
HSL hsl(37, 40%, 54%)
HSLA hsl(37, 40%, 54%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(37, 51, 73)
XYZ 32.64, 32.57, 14.46
Hex8 Value #B9955BFF
Decimal Value 12162395
Octal Value 56312533
Binary Value 10111001,10010101,1011011
Android 4290352475 / 0xffb9955b
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(37, 40%, 54%)
xyY 0.41, 0.409, 32.566
YIQ 153.152, 40.0878, -10.4356
LMS 35.56, 32.41, 14.76
CieLAB 63.81, 6.13, 35.57
CieLUV : LCHuv 63.81, 27.72, 42.19
CieLCH : LCHab 63.81, 36.09, 80.22
Hunter Lab 57.07, 2.22, 24.93
YUV 153.152, -30.58, 27.94
YDbDr 153.152, -93.51, -60.57
YCbCr 147.53, 97.19, 147.95
YCoCg 143.5, 138.0, 5.5
YPbPr 153.15, -35.07, 22.72
Munsell Color System 12032.66 162.41/85.70

#B9955B HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B9955B as Background:

The one who does not honor the teacher and the one who does not honor the task, although ever so knowledgeable, they are confused.

Laozi
<p style="background: #B9955B">…</p>

#B9955B as Text Color:

Even great spirits have only their five-fingers' breadth of experience - just beyond it their thinking ceases and their endless empty space and stupidity begins.

Friedrich Nietzsche
<p style="color: #B9955B">…</p>

#B9955B as Text Shadow:

Not only do we as individuals get locked into single-minded views, but we also reinforce these views for each other until the culture itself suffers the same mindlessness.

Ellen Langer
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B9955B">…</p>

#B9955B as Linear Gradient:

Action in war is like movement in a resistant element. Just as the simplest and most natural of movements, walking, cannot easily be performed in water, so in war, it is difficult for normal efforts to achieve even moderate results.

Carl von Clausewitz
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B9955B)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B9955B?

RGB Value for #B9955B is rgb(185, 149, 91).

What is the RGB percentage of #B9955B?

RGB percentage for #B9955B is 72% Red 58% Green 35% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B9955B?

CMYK Color Model of #B9955B is 0 Cyan 19 Magenta 51 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B9955B?

HSL Value of #B9955B is 37°(degrees) Hue 40 Saturation 54 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B9955B?

HSV Value of #B9955B is 37 Hue 51 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B9955B?

XYZ Color Model of #B9955B is 32.64, 32.57, 14.46.