#B9AD8C Hex Color Code

#B9AD8C

The Hexadecimal Color #B9AD8C is a contrast shade of Tan. #B9AD8C RGB value is rgb(185, 173, 140). RGB Color Model of #B9AD8C consists of 72% red, 67% green and 54% blue. HSL color Mode of #B9AD8C has 44°(degrees) Hue, 24% Saturation and 64% Lightness. #B9AD8C color has an wavelength of 592.2963nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B9AD8C is #CCCC99. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B9AD8C is #BA8. The Closest Color to #B9AD8C is #D2B48C. Official Name of #B9AD8C Hex Code is Heathered Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B9AD8C is 0 Cyan 6 Magenta 24 Yellow 27 Black and #B9AD8C CMY is 0, 6, 24. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B9AD8C is hsl(44,24,64, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(44, 24, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B9AD8C is 39.68, 42.1, 30.84.
Hex8 Value of #B9AD8C is #B9AD8CFF. Decimal Value of #B9AD8C is 12168588 and Octal Value of #B9AD8C is 56326614. Binary Value of #B9AD8C is 10111001, 10101101, 10001100 and Android of #B9AD8C is 4290358668 / 0xffb9ad8c. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B9AD8C is 0.352, 0.374, 0.374 and YIQ Color Space of #B9AD8C is 172.826, 17.7537, -7.7316. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B9AD8C is 42.16, 43.73, 31.02. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B9AD8C is 70.94, -1.05, 18.55. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B9AD8C is 70.94, 9.21, 25.62. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B9AD8C is 70.94, 18.58, 93.24. Hunter Lab variable of #B9AD8C is 64.88, -4.39, 17.24.

#B9AD8C - Heathered Gray Color Image
#B9AD8C - Heathered Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B9AD8C

RGB Percentages of #B9AD8C

72%
67%
54%

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 #B9AD8C

61.32%
72.55%
54.9%

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 #B9AD8C

0%
6%
24%
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 #B9AD8C

To get 25% Saturated #B9AD8C Color, you need to convert the hex color #B9AD8C 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 #B9AD8C 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 #B9AD8C

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 #B9AD8C

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 #B9AD8C

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 #B9AD8C to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B9AD8C to it's the darkest color.

#B9AD8C Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(185, 173, 140)
RGB Percent 72%, 67%, 54%
RYB 156.36, 185.0, 140.0
CMYK 0, 6, 24, 27
CMY 0, 6, 24
HSL hsl(44, 24%, 64%)
HSLA hsl(44, 24%, 64%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(44, 24, 73)
XYZ 39.68, 42.1, 30.84
Hex8 Value #B9AD8CFF
Decimal Value 12168588
Octal Value 56326614
Binary Value 10111001,10101101,10001100
Android 4290358668 / 0xffb9ad8c
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(44, 24%, 64%)
xyY 0.352, 0.374, 42.096
YIQ 172.826, 17.7537, -7.7316
LMS 42.16, 43.73, 31.02
CieLAB 70.94, -1.05, 18.55
CieLUV : LCHuv 70.94, 9.21, 25.62
CieLCH : LCHab 70.94, 18.58, 93.24
Hunter Lab 64.88, -4.39, 17.24
YUV 172.826, -16.15, 10.68
YDbDr 172.826, -49.39, -23.16
YCbCr 164.43, 111.73, 135.63
YCoCg 167.75, 162.5, 5.25
YPbPr 172.83, -18.52, 8.68
Munsell Color System 12432.15 66.73/91.94

#B9AD8C HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B9AD8C 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: #B9AD8C">…</p>

#B9AD8C 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: #B9AD8C">…</p>

#B9AD8C 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 #B9AD8C">…</p>

#B9AD8C 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, #B9AD8C)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B9AD8C?

RGB Value for #B9AD8C is rgb(185, 173, 140).

What is the RGB percentage of #B9AD8C?

RGB percentage for #B9AD8C is 72% Red 67% Green 54% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B9AD8C?

CMYK Color Model of #B9AD8C is 0 Cyan 6 Magenta 24 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B9AD8C?

HSL Value of #B9AD8C is 44°(degrees) Hue 24 Saturation 64 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B9AD8C?

HSV Value of #B9AD8C is 44 Hue 24 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B9AD8C?

XYZ Color Model of #B9AD8C is 39.68, 42.1, 30.84.