#B9AF9E Hex Color Code

#B9AF9E

The Hexadecimal Color #B9AF9E is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #B9AF9E RGB value is rgb(185, 175, 158). RGB Color Model of #B9AF9E consists of 72% red, 68% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #B9AF9E has 38°(degrees) Hue, 16% Saturation and 67% Lightness. #B9AF9E color has an wavelength of 596.07407nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B9AF9E is #CCCCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B9AF9E is #BA9. The Closest Color to #B9AF9E is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #B9AF9E Hex Code is Taupe Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B9AF9E is 0 Cyan 5 Magenta 15 Yellow 27 Black and #B9AF9E CMY is 0, 5, 15. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B9AF9E is hsl(38,16,67, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(38, 15, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B9AF9E is 41.51, 43.44, 38.54.
Hex8 Value of #B9AF9E is #B9AF9EFF. Decimal Value of #B9AF9E is 12169118 and Octal Value of #B9AF9E is 56327636. Binary Value of #B9AF9E is 10111001, 10101111, 10011110 and Android of #B9AF9E is 4290359198 / 0xffb9af9e. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B9AF9E is 0.336, 0.352, 0.352 and YIQ Color Space of #B9AF9E is 176.052, 11.4211, -3.1754. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B9AF9E is 42.82, 44.77, 38.62. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B9AF9E is 71.85, 0.68, 9.99. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B9AF9E is 71.85, 6.98, 14.08. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B9AF9E is 71.85, 10.01, 86.11. Hunter Lab variable of #B9AF9E is 65.91, -2.92, 11.47.

#B9AF9E - Taupe Gray Color Image
#B9AF9E - Taupe Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B9AF9E

RGB Percentages of #B9AF9E

72%
68%
61%

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 #B9AF9E

68.19%
72.55%
61.96%

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 #B9AF9E

0%
5%
15%
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 #B9AF9E

To get 25% Saturated #B9AF9E Color, you need to convert the hex color #B9AF9E 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 #B9AF9E 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 #B9AF9E

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 #B9AF9E

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 #B9AF9E

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 #B9AF9E to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B9AF9E to it's the darkest color.

#B9AF9E Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(185, 175, 158)
RGB Percent 72%, 68%, 61%
RYB 173.88, 185.0, 158.0
CMYK 0, 5, 15, 27
CMY 0, 5, 15
HSL hsl(38, 16%, 67%)
HSLA hsl(38, 16%, 67%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(38, 15, 73)
XYZ 41.51, 43.44, 38.54
Hex8 Value #B9AF9EFF
Decimal Value 12169118
Octal Value 56327636
Binary Value 10111001,10101111,10011110
Android 4290359198 / 0xffb9af9e
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(38, 16%, 67%)
xyY 0.336, 0.352, 43.443
YIQ 176.052, 11.4211, -3.1754
LMS 42.82, 44.77, 38.62
CieLAB 71.85, 0.68, 9.99
CieLUV : LCHuv 71.85, 6.98, 14.08
CieLCH : LCHab 71.85, 10.01, 86.11
Hunter Lab 65.91, -2.92, 11.47
YUV 176.052, -8.88, 7.85
YDbDr 176.052, -27.16, -17.02
YCbCr 167.2, 119.05, 133.61
YCoCg 173.25, 171.5, 1.75
YPbPr 176.05, -10.19, 6.38
Munsell Color System 12481.11 34.13/84.37

#B9AF9E HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B9AF9E as Background:

A friend is one to whom one may pour out the contents of one's heart, chaff and grain together, knowing that gentle hands will take and sift it, keep what is worth keeping, and with a breath of kindness, blow the rest away.

George Eliot
<p style="background: #B9AF9E">…</p>

#B9AF9E as Text Color:

False friendship, like the ivy, decays and ruins the walls it embraces; but true friendship gives new life and animation to the object it supports.

Richard Burton
<p style="color: #B9AF9E">…</p>

#B9AF9E as Text Shadow:

Friends are as companions on a journey, who ought to aid each other to persevere in the road to a happier life.

Pythagoras
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B9AF9E">…</p>

#B9AF9E as Linear Gradient:

A good friend can tell you what is the matter with you in a minute. He may not seem such a good friend after telling.

Arthur Brisbane
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B9AF9E)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B9AF9E?

RGB Value for #B9AF9E is rgb(185, 175, 158).

What is the RGB percentage of #B9AF9E?

RGB percentage for #B9AF9E is 72% Red 68% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B9AF9E?

CMYK Color Model of #B9AF9E is 0 Cyan 5 Magenta 15 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B9AF9E?

HSL Value of #B9AF9E is 38°(degrees) Hue 16 Saturation 67 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B9AF9E?

HSV Value of #B9AF9E is 38 Hue 15 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B9AF9E?

XYZ Color Model of #B9AF9E is 41.51, 43.44, 38.54.