#B997EA Hex Color Code

#B997EA

The Hexadecimal Color #B997EA is a contrast shade of Plum. #B997EA RGB value is rgb(185, 151, 234). RGB Color Model of #B997EA consists of 72% red, 59% green and 91% blue. HSL color Mode of #B997EA has 265°(degrees) Hue, 66% Saturation and 75% Lightness. #B997EA color has an wavelength of 453.14815nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B997EA is #CC99FF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B997EA is #B9E. The Closest Color to #B997EA is #DDA0DD. Official Name of #B997EA Hex Code is Dull Lavender. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B997EA is 21 Cyan 35 Magenta 0 Yellow 8 Black and #B997EA CMY is 21, 35, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B997EA is hsl(265,66,75, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(265, 35, 92). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B997EA is 45.92, 38.39, 82.82.
Hex8 Value of #B997EA is #B997EAFF. Decimal Value of #B997EA is 12163050 and Octal Value of #B997EA is 56313752. Binary Value of #B997EA is 10111001, 10010111, 11101010 and Android of #B997EA is 4290353130 / 0xffb997ea. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B997EA is 0.275, 0.23, 0.23 and YIQ Color Space of #B997EA is 170.628, -6.4073, 33.0206. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B997EA is 36.69, 33.36, 82.11. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B997EA is 68.31, 28.94, -37.21. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B997EA is 68.31, 11.75, -63.33. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B997EA is 68.31, 47.14, 307.87. Hunter Lab variable of #B997EA is 61.96, 23.86, -35.88.

#B997EA - Dull Lavender Color Image
#B997EA - Dull Lavender Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B997EA

RGB Percentages of #B997EA

72%
59%
91%

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 #B997EA

72.55%
59.22%
91.76%

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 #B997EA

21%
35%
0%
8%

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 #B997EA

To get 25% Saturated #B997EA Color, you need to convert the hex color #B997EA 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 #B997EA 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 #B997EA

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 #B997EA

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 #B997EA

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 #B997EA to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B997EA to it's the darkest color.

#B997EA Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(185, 151, 234)
RGB Percent 72%, 59%, 91%
RYB 185.0, 151.0, 234.0
CMYK 21, 35, 0, 8
CMY 21, 35, 0
HSL hsl(265, 66%, 75%)
HSLA hsl(265, 66%, 75%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(265, 35, 92)
XYZ 45.92, 38.39, 82.82
Hex8 Value #B997EAFF
Decimal Value 12163050
Octal Value 56313752
Binary Value 10111001,10010111,11101010
Android 4290353130 / 0xffb997ea
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(265, 66%, 75%)
xyY 0.275, 0.23, 38.388
YIQ 170.628, -6.4073, 33.0206
LMS 36.69, 33.36, 82.11
CieLAB 68.31, 28.94, -37.21
CieLUV : LCHuv 68.31, 11.75, -63.33
CieLCH : LCHab 68.31, 47.14, 307.87
Hunter Lab 61.96, 23.86, -35.88
YUV 170.628, 31.19, 12.61
YDbDr 170.628, 95.34, -27.31
YCbCr 162.54, 159.42, 137.0
YCoCg 180.25, 209.5, -29.25
YPbPr 170.63, 35.76, 10.25
Munsell Color System 12295.91 157.66/296.86

#B997EA HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B997EA as Background:

On the plains of hesitation lie the blackened bones of countless millions who at the dawn of victory lay down to rest, and in resting died.

Adlai E. Stevenson
<p style="background: #B997EA">…</p>

#B997EA as Text Color:

There is no persuasiveness more effectual than the transparency of a single heart, of a sincere life.

Joseph Barber Lightfoot
<p style="color: #B997EA">…</p>

#B997EA as Text Shadow:

So long as we love we serve; so long as we are loved by others, I would almost say that we are indispensable; and no man is useless while he has a friend.

Robert Louis Stevenson
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B997EA">…</p>

#B997EA as Linear Gradient:

We cannot change our past. We can not change the fact that people act in a certain way. We can not change the inevitable. The only thing we can do is play on the one string we have, and that is our attitude.

Charles R. Swindoll
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B997EA)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B997EA?

RGB Value for #B997EA is rgb(185, 151, 234).

What is the RGB percentage of #B997EA?

RGB percentage for #B997EA is 72% Red 59% Green 91% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B997EA?

CMYK Color Model of #B997EA is 21 Cyan 35 Magenta 0 Yellow 8 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B997EA?

HSL Value of #B997EA is 265°(degrees) Hue 66 Saturation 75 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B997EA?

HSV Value of #B997EA is 265 Hue 35 Saturation 92 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B997EA?

XYZ Color Model of #B997EA is 45.92, 38.39, 82.82.