#B997BD Hex Color Code

#B997BD

The Hexadecimal Color #B997BD is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #B997BD RGB value is rgb(185, 151, 189). RGB Color Model of #B997BD consists of 72% red, 59% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #B997BD has 294°(degrees) Hue, 22% Saturation and 67% Lightness. #B997BD color has an wavelength of 434.88889nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B997BD is #CC99CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B997BD is #B9B. The Closest Color to #B997BD is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #B997BD Hex Code is Amethyst Smoke. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B997BD is 2 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black and #B997BD CMY is 2, 20, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B997BD is hsl(294,22,67, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(294, 20, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B997BD is 40.26, 36.12, 52.99.
Hex8 Value of #B997BD is #B997BDFF. Decimal Value of #B997BD is 12163005 and Octal Value of #B997BD is 56313675. Binary Value of #B997BD is 10111001, 10010111, 10111101 and Android of #B997BD is 4290353085 / 0xffb997bd. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B997BD is 0.311, 0.279, 0.279 and YIQ Color Space of #B997BD is 165.498, 8.0512, 19.0166. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B997BD is 36.41, 33.31, 52.72. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B997BD is 66.61, 19.42, -14.88. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B997BD is 66.61, 16.87, -25.69. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B997BD is 66.61, 24.47, 322.54. Hunter Lab variable of #B997BD is 60.1, 14.4, -10.21.

#B997BD - Amethyst Smoke Color Image
#B997BD - Amethyst Smoke Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B997BD

RGB Percentages of #B997BD

72%
59%
74%

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 #B997BD

72.55%
59.22%
74.12%

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 #B997BD

2%
20%
0%
26%

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 #B997BD

To get 25% Saturated #B997BD Color, you need to convert the hex color #B997BD 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 #B997BD 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 #B997BD

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 #B997BD

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 #B997BD

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 #B997BD to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B997BD to it's the darkest color.

#B997BD Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(185, 151, 189)
RGB Percent 72%, 59%, 74%
RYB 185.0, 151.0, 189.0
CMYK 2, 20, 0, 26
CMY 2, 20, 0
HSL hsl(294, 22%, 67%)
HSLA hsl(294, 22%, 67%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(294, 20, 74)
XYZ 40.26, 36.12, 52.99
Hex8 Value #B997BDFF
Decimal Value 12163005
Octal Value 56313675
Binary Value 10111001,10010111,10111101
Android 4290353085 / 0xffb997bd
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(294, 22%, 67%)
xyY 0.311, 0.279, 36.122
YIQ 165.498, 8.0512, 19.0166
LMS 36.41, 33.31, 52.72
CieLAB 66.61, 19.42, -14.88
CieLUV : LCHuv 66.61, 16.87, -25.69
CieLCH : LCHab 66.61, 24.47, 322.54
Hunter Lab 60.1, 14.4, -10.21
YUV 165.498, 11.57, 17.11
YDbDr 165.498, 35.35, -37.08
YCbCr 158.13, 139.65, 140.22
YCoCg 169.0, 187.0, -18.0
YPbPr 165.5, 13.26, 13.91
Munsell Color System 12206.69 100.78/320.09

#B997BD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B997BD as Background:

The mind can proceed only so far upon what it knows and can prove. There comes a point where the mind takes a higher plane of knowledge, but can never prove how it got there. All great discoveries have involved such a leap

Albert Einstein
<p style="background: #B997BD">…</p>

#B997BD as Text Color:

I am constantly amazed at how little painters know about painting, writers about writing, merchants about business, manufacturers about manufacturing. Most men just drift.

Sherwood Anderson
<p style="color: #B997BD">…</p>

#B997BD as Text Shadow:

In a spiral galaxy, the ratio of dark-to-light matter is about a factor of ten. That's probably a good number for the ratio of our ignorance-to-knowledge. We're out of kindergarten, but only in about third grade.

Vera Rubin
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B997BD">…</p>

#B997BD as Linear Gradient:

Philosophy is harmonized knowledge making a harmonious life; it is the self-discipline which lifts us to serenity and freedom. Knowledge is power, but only wisdom is liberty.

Will Durant
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B997BD)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B997BD?

RGB Value for #B997BD is rgb(185, 151, 189).

What is the RGB percentage of #B997BD?

RGB percentage for #B997BD is 72% Red 59% Green 74% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B997BD?

CMYK Color Model of #B997BD is 2 Cyan 20 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B997BD?

HSL Value of #B997BD is 294°(degrees) Hue 22 Saturation 67 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B997BD?

HSV Value of #B997BD is 294 Hue 20 Saturation 74 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B997BD?

XYZ Color Model of #B997BD is 40.26, 36.12, 52.99.