#B9AB97 Hex Color Code

#B9AB97

The Hexadecimal Color #B9AB97 is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #B9AB97 RGB value is rgb(185, 171, 151). RGB Color Model of #B9AB97 consists of 72% red, 67% green and 59% blue. HSL color Mode of #B9AB97 has 35°(degrees) Hue, 20% Saturation and 66% Lightness. #B9AB97 color has an wavelength of 597.96296nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B9AB97 is #CCCC99. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B9AB97 is #BA9. The Closest Color to #B9AB97 is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #B9AB97 Hex Code is Taupe Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B9AB97 is 0 Cyan 8 Magenta 18 Yellow 27 Black and #B9AB97 CMY is 0, 8, 18. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B9AB97 is hsl(35,20,66, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(35, 18, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B9AB97 is 40.16, 41.68, 35.2.
Hex8 Value of #B9AB97 is #B9AB97FF. Decimal Value of #B9AB97 is 12168087 and Octal Value of #B9AB97 is 56325627. Binary Value of #B9AB97 is 10111001, 10101011, 10010111 and Android of #B9AB97 is 4290358167 / 0xffb9ab97. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B9AB97 is 0.343, 0.356, 0.356 and YIQ Color Space of #B9AB97 is 172.906, 14.7686, -3.263. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B9AB97 is 41.62, 42.71, 35.3. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B9AB97 is 70.65, 1.7, 12.13. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B9AB97 is 70.65, 9.67, 16.73. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B9AB97 is 70.65, 12.25, 82.02. Hunter Lab variable of #B9AB97 is 64.56, -1.94, 12.87.

#B9AB97 - Taupe Gray Color Image
#B9AB97 - Taupe Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B9AB97

RGB Percentages of #B9AB97

72%
67%
59%

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 #B9AB97

68.55%
72.55%
59.22%

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 #B9AB97

0%
8%
18%
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 #B9AB97

To get 25% Saturated #B9AB97 Color, you need to convert the hex color #B9AB97 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 #B9AB97 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 #B9AB97

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 #B9AB97

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 #B9AB97

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 #B9AB97 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B9AB97 to it's the darkest color.

#B9AB97 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(185, 171, 151)
RGB Percent 72%, 67%, 59%
RYB 174.8, 185.0, 151.0
CMYK 0, 8, 18, 27
CMY 0, 8, 18
HSL hsl(35, 20%, 66%)
HSLA hsl(35, 20%, 66%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(35, 18, 73)
XYZ 40.16, 41.68, 35.2
Hex8 Value #B9AB97FF
Decimal Value 12168087
Octal Value 56325627
Binary Value 10111001,10101011,10010111
Android 4290358167 / 0xffb9ab97
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(35, 20%, 66%)
xyY 0.343, 0.356, 41.675
YIQ 172.906, 14.7686, -3.263
LMS 41.62, 42.71, 35.3
CieLAB 70.65, 1.7, 12.13
CieLUV : LCHuv 70.65, 9.67, 16.73
CieLCH : LCHab 70.65, 12.25, 82.02
Hunter Lab 64.56, -1.94, 12.87
YUV 172.906, -10.78, 10.61
YDbDr 172.906, -32.96, -23.0
YCbCr 164.5, 117.14, 135.58
YCoCg 169.5, 168.0, 1.5
YPbPr 172.91, -12.36, 8.63
Munsell Color System 12418.91 42.98/79.79

#B9AB97 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B9AB97 as Background:

Give me love Give me love Give me peace on earth Give me light Give me life Keep me free from birth Give me hope Help me cope, with this heavy load Trying to, touch and reach you with, heart and soul

George Harrison
<p style="background: #B9AB97">…</p>

#B9AB97 as Text Color:

What I need is the dandelion in the spring. The bright yellow that means rebirth instead of destruction. The promise that life can go on, no matter how bad our losses. That it can be good again.

Suzanne Collins
<p style="color: #B9AB97">…</p>

#B9AB97 as Text Shadow:

My soul gave me good counsel, teaching me to love. Love was for me a delicate thread stretched between two adjacent pegs, but now it has been transformed into a halo, its first is its last, and its last is its first. It encompases every being, slowly expanding to embrace all that ever will be.

Rumi
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B9AB97">…</p>

#B9AB97 as Linear Gradient:

Love feels no burden, thinks nothing of trouble, attempts what is above its strength.... It is therefore able to undertake all things, and it completes many things, and warrants them to take effect, where he who does not love would faint and lie down.

Thomas a Kempis
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B9AB97)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B9AB97?

RGB Value for #B9AB97 is rgb(185, 171, 151).

What is the RGB percentage of #B9AB97?

RGB percentage for #B9AB97 is 72% Red 67% Green 59% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B9AB97?

CMYK Color Model of #B9AB97 is 0 Cyan 8 Magenta 18 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B9AB97?

HSL Value of #B9AB97 is 35°(degrees) Hue 20 Saturation 66 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B9AB97?

HSV Value of #B9AB97 is 35 Hue 18 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B9AB97?

XYZ Color Model of #B9AB97 is 40.16, 41.68, 35.2.