#B9B957 Hex Color Code

#B9B957

The Hexadecimal Color #B9B957 is a contrast shade of Dark Khaki. #B9B957 RGB value is rgb(185, 185, 87). RGB Color Model of #B9B957 consists of 72% red, 72% green and 34% blue. HSL color Mode of #B9B957 has 60°(degrees) Hue, 41% Saturation and 53% Lightness. #B9B957 color has an wavelength of 582.22222nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B9B957 is #CCCC66. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B9B957 is #BB5. The Closest Color to #B9B957 is #BDB76B. Official Name of #B9B957 Hex Code is Olive Green. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B9B957 is 0 Cyan 0 Magenta 53 Yellow 27 Black and #B9B957 CMY is 0, 0, 53. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B9B957 is hsl(60,41,53, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(60, 53, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B9B957 is 39.08, 45.7, 15.78.
Hex8 Value of #B9B957 is #B9B957FF. Decimal Value of #B9B957 is 12171607 and Octal Value of #B9B957 is 56334527. Binary Value of #B9B957 is 10111001, 10111001, 1010111 and Android of #B9B957 is 4290361687 / 0xffb9b957. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B9B957 is 0.389, 0.454, 0.454 and YIQ Color Space of #B9B957 is 173.828, 31.4874, -30.4976. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B9B957 is 45.71, 50.18, 16.26. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B9B957 is 73.35, -13.33, 49.0. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B9B957 is 73.35, 4.45, 61.48. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B9B957 is 73.35, 50.78, 105.22. Hunter Lab variable of #B9B957 is 67.6, -15.11, 33.48.

#B9B957 - Olive Green Color Image
#B9B957 - Olive Green Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B9B957

RGB Percentages of #B9B957

72%
72%
34%

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 #B9B957

34.12%
72.55%
34.12%

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 #B9B957

0%
0%
53%
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 #B9B957

To get 25% Saturated #B9B957 Color, you need to convert the hex color #B9B957 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 #B9B957 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 #B9B957

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 #B9B957

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 #B9B957

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 #B9B957 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B9B957 to it's the darkest color.

#B9B957 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(185, 185, 87)
RGB Percent 72%, 72%, 34%
RYB 87.0, 185.0, 87.0
CMYK 0, 0, 53, 27
CMY 0, 0, 53
HSL hsl(60, 41%, 53%)
HSLA hsl(60, 41%, 53%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(60, 53, 73)
XYZ 39.08, 45.7, 15.78
Hex8 Value #B9B957FF
Decimal Value 12171607
Octal Value 56334527
Binary Value 10111001,10111001,1010111
Android 4290361687 / 0xffb9b957
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(60, 41%, 53%)
xyY 0.389, 0.454, 45.701
YIQ 173.828, 31.4874, -30.4976
LMS 45.71, 50.18, 16.26
CieLAB 73.35, -13.33, 49.0
CieLUV : LCHuv 73.35, 4.45, 61.48
CieLCH : LCHab 73.35, 50.78, 105.22
Hunter Lab 67.6, -15.11, 33.48
YUV 173.828, -42.73, 9.8
YDbDr 173.828, -130.63, -21.27
YCbCr 165.29, 84.96, 135.0
YCoCg 160.5, 136.0, 24.5
YPbPr 173.83, -49.0, 7.97
Munsell Color System 12539.63 209.32/107.67

#B9B957 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B9B957 as Background:

The overhead lights reflect in the glass countertop and mingle in the gray and black of the gloves, resulting in a mother-of-pearl swirl that sometimes sends Mirabelle into a shallow hypnotic dream.

Steve Martin
<p style="background: #B9B957">…</p>

#B9B957 as Text Color:

I live in an apocalyptic dream. My steps fit into it so precisely that I fear most of all I will grow bored reliving the thing so exactly.

Frank Herbert
<p style="color: #B9B957">…</p>

#B9B957 as Text Shadow:

Any time some well-meaning person forces you to demonstrate you have no talent and rubs your nose in the fact you're a failure at the only dream you ever had, take another drink.

Chuck Palahniuk
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B9B957">…</p>

#B9B957 as Linear Gradient:

Don't open that door," she said. "The hallway is full of difficult dreams." And I asked her: "How do you know?" And she told me: "Because I was there a moment ago and I had to come back when I discovered I was sleeping on my heart.

Gabriel Garcia Marquez
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B9B957)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B9B957?

RGB Value for #B9B957 is rgb(185, 185, 87).

What is the RGB percentage of #B9B957?

RGB percentage for #B9B957 is 72% Red 72% Green 34% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B9B957?

CMYK Color Model of #B9B957 is 0 Cyan 0 Magenta 53 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B9B957?

HSL Value of #B9B957 is 60°(degrees) Hue 41 Saturation 53 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B9B957?

HSV Value of #B9B957 is 60 Hue 53 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B9B957?

XYZ Color Model of #B9B957 is 39.08, 45.7, 15.78.