#B9B597 Hex Color Code

#B9B597

The Hexadecimal Color #B9B597 is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #B9B597 RGB value is rgb(185, 181, 151). RGB Color Model of #B9B597 consists of 72% red, 70% green and 59% blue. HSL color Mode of #B9B597 has 53°(degrees) Hue, 20% Saturation and 66% Lightness. #B9B597 color has an wavelength of 586.62963nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B9B597 is #CCCC99. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B9B597 is #BB9. The Closest Color to #B9B597 is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #B9B597 Hex Code is Heathered Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B9B597 is 0 Cyan 2 Magenta 18 Yellow 27 Black and #B9B597 CMY is 0, 2, 18. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B9B597 is hsl(53,20,66, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(53, 18, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B9B597 is 42.12, 45.6, 35.85.
Hex8 Value of #B9B597 is #B9B597FF. Decimal Value of #B9B597 is 12170647 and Octal Value of #B9B597 is 56332627. Binary Value of #B9B597 is 10111001, 10110101, 10010111 and Android of #B9B597 is 4290360727 / 0xffb9b597. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B9B597 is 0.341, 0.369, 0.369 and YIQ Color Space of #B9B597 is 178.776, 12.0226, -8.49. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B9B597 is 44.63, 47.99, 36.0. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B9B597 is 73.29, -3.65, 15.84. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B9B597 is 73.29, 4.05, 22.8. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B9B597 is 73.29, 16.26, 102.98. Hunter Lab variable of #B9B597 is 67.53, -6.84, 15.79.

#B9B597 - Heathered Gray Color Image
#B9B597 - Heathered Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B9B597

RGB Percentages of #B9B597

72%
70%
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 #B9B597

60.99%
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 #B9B597

0%
2%
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 #B9B597

To get 25% Saturated #B9B597 Color, you need to convert the hex color #B9B597 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 #B9B597 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 #B9B597

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 #B9B597

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 #B9B597

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 #B9B597 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B9B597 to it's the darkest color.

#B9B597 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(185, 181, 151)
RGB Percent 72%, 70%, 59%
RYB 155.53, 185.0, 151.0
CMYK 0, 2, 18, 27
CMY 0, 2, 18
HSL hsl(53, 20%, 66%)
HSLA hsl(53, 20%, 66%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(53, 18, 73)
XYZ 42.12, 45.6, 35.85
Hex8 Value #B9B597FF
Decimal Value 12170647
Octal Value 56332627
Binary Value 10111001,10110101,10010111
Android 4290360727 / 0xffb9b597
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(53, 20%, 66%)
xyY 0.341, 0.369, 45.597
YIQ 178.776, 12.0226, -8.49
LMS 44.63, 47.99, 36.0
CieLAB 73.29, -3.65, 15.84
CieLUV : LCHuv 73.29, 4.05, 22.8
CieLCH : LCHab 73.29, 16.26, 102.98
Hunter Lab 67.53, -6.84, 15.79
YUV 178.776, -13.67, 5.46
YDbDr 178.776, -41.79, -11.84
YCbCr 169.54, 114.23, 131.9
YCoCg 174.5, 168.0, 6.5
YPbPr 178.78, -15.68, 4.44
Munsell Color System 12551.18 55.79/101.55

#B9B597 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B9B597 as Background:

From birth, man carries the weight of gravity on his shoulders. He is bolted to earth. But man has only to sink beneath the surface and he is free.

Jacques Yves Cousteau
<p style="background: #B9B597">…</p>

#B9B597 as Text Color:

Be quiet now and wait. It may be that the ocean one, the one we desire so to move into and become, desires us out here on land a little longer, going our sundry roads to the shore.

Rumi
<p style="color: #B9B597">…</p>

#B9B597 as Text Shadow:

I'll love you till the ocean Is folded and hung up to dry And the seven stars go squawking Like geese about the sky.

W. H. Auden
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B9B597">…</p>

#B9B597 as Linear Gradient:

To me the sea is a continual miracle; The fishes that swim - the rocks - the motion of the waves - the ships, with men in them, what stranger miracles are there?

Walt Whitman
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B9B597)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B9B597?

RGB Value for #B9B597 is rgb(185, 181, 151).

What is the RGB percentage of #B9B597?

RGB percentage for #B9B597 is 72% Red 70% Green 59% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B9B597?

CMYK Color Model of #B9B597 is 0 Cyan 2 Magenta 18 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B9B597?

HSL Value of #B9B597 is 53°(degrees) Hue 20 Saturation 66 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B9B597?

HSV Value of #B9B597 is 53 Hue 18 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B9B597?

XYZ Color Model of #B9B597 is 42.12, 45.6, 35.85.