#B9A799 Hex Color Code

#B9A799

The Hexadecimal Color #B9A799 is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #B9A799 RGB value is rgb(185, 167, 153). RGB Color Model of #B9A799 consists of 72% red, 65% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #B9A799 has 26°(degrees) Hue, 19% Saturation and 66% Lightness. #B9A799 color has an wavelength of 603.62963nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B9A799 is #CCCCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B9A799 is #BA9. The Closest Color to #B9A799 is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #B9A799 Hex Code is Taupe Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B9A799 is 0 Cyan 10 Magenta 17 Yellow 27 Black and #B9A799 CMY is 0, 10, 17. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B9A799 is hsl(26,19,66, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(26, 17, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B9A799 is 39.58, 40.25, 35.82.
Hex8 Value of #B9A799 is #B9A799FF. Decimal Value of #B9A799 is 12167065 and Octal Value of #B9A799 is 56323631. Binary Value of #B9A799 is 10111001, 10100111, 10011001 and Android of #B9A799 is 4290357145 / 0xffb9a799. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B9A799 is 0.342, 0.348, 0.348 and YIQ Color Space of #B9A799 is 170.786, 15.2244, -0.5498. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B9A799 is 40.48, 40.69, 35.89. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B9A799 is 69.65, 4.21, 9.6. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B9A799 is 69.65, 11.8, 12.8. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B9A799 is 69.65, 10.48, 66.32. Hunter Lab variable of #B9A799 is 63.44, 0.34, 10.93.

#B9A799 - Taupe Gray Color Image
#B9A799 - Taupe Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B9A799

RGB Percentages of #B9A799

72%
65%
60%

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 #B9A799

72.55%
69.76%
60.0%

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 #B9A799

0%
10%
17%
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 #B9A799

To get 25% Saturated #B9A799 Color, you need to convert the hex color #B9A799 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 #B9A799 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 #B9A799

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 #B9A799

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 #B9A799

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 #B9A799 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B9A799 to it's the darkest color.

#B9A799 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(185, 167, 153)
RGB Percent 72%, 65%, 60%
RYB 185.0, 177.89, 153.0
CMYK 0, 10, 17, 27
CMY 0, 10, 17
HSL hsl(26, 19%, 66%)
HSLA hsl(26, 19%, 66%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(26, 17, 73)
XYZ 39.58, 40.25, 35.82
Hex8 Value #B9A799FF
Decimal Value 12167065
Octal Value 56323631
Binary Value 10111001,10100111,10011001
Android 4290357145 / 0xffb9a799
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(26, 19%, 66%)
xyY 0.342, 0.348, 40.253
YIQ 170.786, 15.2244, -0.5498
LMS 40.48, 40.69, 35.89
CieLAB 69.65, 4.21, 9.6
CieLUV : LCHuv 69.65, 11.8, 12.8
CieLCH : LCHab 69.65, 10.48, 66.32
Hunter Lab 63.44, 0.34, 10.93
YUV 170.786, -8.75, 12.47
YDbDr 170.786, -26.76, -27.03
YCbCr 162.68, 119.18, 136.91
YCoCg 168.0, 169.0, -1.0
YPbPr 170.79, -10.04, 10.14
Munsell Color System 12367.53 37.63/63.67

#B9A799 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B9A799 as Background:

We are shaped and fashioned by what we love.- Henry Ward Beecher - I never knew how to worship until I knew how to love.

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
<p style="background: #B9A799">…</p>

#B9A799 as Text Color:

I am inclined to think that nothing could matter more than what people love. At any rate, I can think of no value that I would place higher. I would not want to live in a world without love.

Daniel Dennett
<p style="color: #B9A799">…</p>

#B9A799 as Text Shadow:

The power of love is a curious thing, make one man weep, make another man sing. Change a hawk to a little white dove, more than a feeling, that's the power of love.

Huey Lewis
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B9A799">…</p>

#B9A799 as Linear Gradient:

Could you imagine how horrible things would be if we always told others how we felt? Life would be intolerably bearable.

R. K. Milholland
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B9A799)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B9A799?

RGB Value for #B9A799 is rgb(185, 167, 153).

What is the RGB percentage of #B9A799?

RGB percentage for #B9A799 is 72% Red 65% Green 60% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B9A799?

CMYK Color Model of #B9A799 is 0 Cyan 10 Magenta 17 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B9A799?

HSL Value of #B9A799 is 26°(degrees) Hue 19 Saturation 66 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B9A799?

HSV Value of #B9A799 is 26 Hue 17 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B9A799?

XYZ Color Model of #B9A799 is 39.58, 40.25, 35.82.