#B9B998 Hex Color Code

#B9B998

The Hexadecimal Color #B9B998 is a contrast shade of Tan. #B9B998 RGB value is rgb(185, 185, 152). RGB Color Model of #B9B998 consists of 72% red, 72% green and 59% blue. HSL color Mode of #B9B998 has 60°(degrees) Hue, 19% Saturation and 66% Lightness. #B9B998 color has an wavelength of 582.22222nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B9B998 is #CCCC99. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B9B998 is #BB9. The Closest Color to #B9B998 is #D2B48C. Official Name of #B9B998 Hex Code is Heathered Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B9B998 is 0 Cyan 0 Magenta 18 Yellow 27 Black and #B9B998 CMY is 0, 0, 18. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B9B998 is hsl(60,19,66, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(60, 18, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B9B998 is 43.02, 47.28, 36.56.
Hex8 Value of #B9B998 is #B9B998FF. Decimal Value of #B9B998 is 12171672 and Octal Value of #B9B998 is 56334630. Binary Value of #B9B998 is 10111001, 10111001, 10011000 and Android of #B9B998 is 4290361752 / 0xffb9b998. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B9B998 is 0.339, 0.373, 0.373 and YIQ Color Space of #B9B998 is 181.238, 10.6029, -10.2696. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B9B998 is 45.9, 50.21, 36.73. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B9B998 is 74.37, -5.62, 16.8. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B9B998 is 74.37, 1.75, 24.51. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B9B998 is 74.37, 17.72, 108.5. Hunter Lab variable of #B9B998 is 68.76, -8.65, 16.61.

#B9B998 - Heathered Gray Color Image
#B9B998 - Heathered Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B9B998

RGB Percentages of #B9B998

72%
72%
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 #B9B998

59.61%
72.55%
59.61%

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 #B9B998

0%
0%
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 #B9B998

To get 25% Saturated #B9B998 Color, you need to convert the hex color #B9B998 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 #B9B998 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 #B9B998

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 #B9B998

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 #B9B998

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 #B9B998 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B9B998 to it's the darkest color.

#B9B998 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(185, 185, 152)
RGB Percent 72%, 72%, 59%
RYB 152.0, 185.0, 152.0
CMYK 0, 0, 18, 27
CMY 0, 0, 18
HSL hsl(60, 19%, 66%)
HSLA hsl(60, 19%, 66%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(60, 18, 73)
XYZ 43.02, 47.28, 36.56
Hex8 Value #B9B998FF
Decimal Value 12171672
Octal Value 56334630
Binary Value 10111001,10111001,10011000
Android 4290361752 / 0xffb9b998
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(60, 19%, 66%)
xyY 0.339, 0.373, 47.28
YIQ 181.238, 10.6029, -10.2696
LMS 45.9, 50.21, 36.73
CieLAB 74.37, -5.62, 16.8
CieLUV : LCHuv 74.37, 1.75, 24.51
CieLCH : LCHab 74.37, 17.72, 108.5
Hunter Lab 68.76, -8.65, 16.61
YUV 181.238, -14.39, 3.3
YDbDr 181.238, -43.99, -7.16
YCbCr 171.65, 113.51, 130.36
YCoCg 176.75, 168.5, 8.25
YPbPr 181.24, -16.5, 2.68
Munsell Color System 12604.03 60.23/107.14

#B9B998 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B9B998 as Background:

Our culture says that feelings of love are the basis for actions of love. And of course that can be true. But it is truer to say that actions of love can lead consistently to feelings of love.

Timothy Keller
<p style="background: #B9B998">…</p>

#B9B998 as Text Color:

People always say that, when you love someone, nothing in the world matters. But that's not true, is it? You know, and I know, that when you love someone, everything in the world matters a little bit more.

Jodi Picoult
<p style="color: #B9B998">…</p>

#B9B998 as Text Shadow:

When you heart is ablaze with the love of God, when you love other people - especially the ripsnorting sinners - so much that you dare to tell them about Jesus with no apologies, then never fear, there will be results.

Catherine Marshall
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B9B998">…</p>

#B9B998 as Linear Gradient:

You are your only hope, because we're not changing until you do. Our job is to keep coming at you, as hard as we can, with everything that angers, upsets, or repulses you, until you understand. We love you that much, whether we're aware of it or not. The whole world is about you.

Byron Katie
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B9B998)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B9B998?

RGB Value for #B9B998 is rgb(185, 185, 152).

What is the RGB percentage of #B9B998?

RGB percentage for #B9B998 is 72% Red 72% Green 59% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B9B998?

CMYK Color Model of #B9B998 is 0 Cyan 0 Magenta 18 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B9B998?

HSL Value of #B9B998 is 60°(degrees) Hue 19 Saturation 66 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B9B998?

HSV Value of #B9B998 is 60 Hue 18 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B9B998?

XYZ Color Model of #B9B998 is 43.02, 47.28, 36.56.