#B9B9CD Hex Color Code

#B9B9CD

The Hexadecimal Color #B9B9CD is a contrast shade of Silver. #B9B9CD RGB value is rgb(185, 185, 205). RGB Color Model of #B9B9CD consists of 72% red, 72% green and 80% blue. HSL color Mode of #B9B9CD has 240°(degrees) Hue, 17% Saturation and 76% Lightness. #B9B9CD color has an wavelength of 468.88889nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B9B9CD is #CCCCFF. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B9B9CD is #BBC. The Closest Color to #B9B9CD is #C0C0C0. Official Name of #B9B9CD Hex Code is French Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B9B9CD is 10 Cyan 10 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black and #B9B9CD CMY is 10, 10, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B9B9CD is hsl(240,17,76, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(240, 10, 80). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B9B9CD is 48.37, 49.42, 64.74.
Hex8 Value of #B9B9CD is #B9B9CDFF. Decimal Value of #B9B9CD is 12171725 and Octal Value of #B9B9CD is 56334715. Binary Value of #B9B9CD is 10111001, 10111001, 11001101 and Android of #B9B9CD is 4290361805 / 0xffb9b9cd. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B9B9CD is 0.298, 0.304, 0.304 and YIQ Color Space of #B9B9CD is 187.28, -6.426, 6.224. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B9B9CD is 46.16, 50.25, 64.48. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B9B9CD is 75.71, 3.88, -10.05. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B9B9CD is 75.71, -1.17, -16.03. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B9B9CD is 75.71, 10.77, 291.11. Hunter Lab variable of #B9B9CD is 70.3, -0.21, -5.39.

#B9B9CD - French Gray Color Image
#B9B9CD - French Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B9B9CD

RGB Percentages of #B9B9CD

72%
72%
80%

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 #B9B9CD

72.55%
72.55%
80.39%

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 #B9B9CD

10%
10%
0%
20%

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 #B9B9CD

To get 25% Saturated #B9B9CD Color, you need to convert the hex color #B9B9CD 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 #B9B9CD 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 #B9B9CD

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 #B9B9CD

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 #B9B9CD

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 #B9B9CD to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B9B9CD to it's the darkest color.

#B9B9CD Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(185, 185, 205)
RGB Percent 72%, 72%, 80%
RYB 185.0, 185.0, 205.0
CMYK 10, 10, 0, 20
CMY 10, 10, 0
HSL hsl(240, 17%, 76%)
HSLA hsl(240, 17%, 76%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(240, 10, 80)
XYZ 48.37, 49.42, 64.74
Hex8 Value #B9B9CDFF
Decimal Value 12171725
Octal Value 56334715
Binary Value 10111001,10111001,11001101
Android 4290361805 / 0xffb9b9cd
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(240, 17%, 76%)
xyY 0.298, 0.304, 49.42
YIQ 187.28, -6.426, 6.224
LMS 46.16, 50.25, 64.48
CieLAB 75.71, 3.88, -10.05
CieLUV : LCHuv 75.71, -1.17, -16.03
CieLCH : LCHab 75.71, 10.77, 291.11
Hunter Lab 70.3, -0.21, -5.39
YUV 187.28, 8.72, -2.0
YDbDr 187.28, 26.66, 4.34
YCbCr 176.84, 136.78, 126.57
YCoCg 190.0, 195.0, -5.0
YPbPr 187.28, 10.0, -1.63
Munsell Color System 12671.24 49.68/270.76

#B9B9CD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B9B9CD as Background:

It is often easier to make progress on mega-ambitious dreams. ... Since no one else is crazy enough to do it, you have little competition.

Larry Page
<p style="background: #B9B9CD">…</p>

#B9B9CD as Text Color:

Heaven-as you call it-is nowhere. Let's just put some space between the w and the h in that word and you'll see that heaven is now...here.

Neale Donald Walsch
<p style="color: #B9B9CD">…</p>

#B9B9CD as Text Shadow:

There is in all visible things an invisible fecundity, a dimmed light, a meek namelessness, a hidden wholeness.

Thomas Merton
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B9B9CD">…</p>

#B9B9CD as Linear Gradient:

Once you see a child's selfimage begin to improve, you will see significant gains in achievement areas, but even more important, you will see a child who is beginning to enjoy life more.

Wayne Dyer
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B9B9CD)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B9B9CD?

RGB Value for #B9B9CD is rgb(185, 185, 205).

What is the RGB percentage of #B9B9CD?

RGB percentage for #B9B9CD is 72% Red 72% Green 80% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B9B9CD?

CMYK Color Model of #B9B9CD is 10 Cyan 10 Magenta 0 Yellow 20 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B9B9CD?

HSL Value of #B9B9CD is 240°(degrees) Hue 17 Saturation 76 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B9B9CD?

HSV Value of #B9B9CD is 240 Hue 10 Saturation 80 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B9B9CD?

XYZ Color Model of #B9B9CD is 48.37, 49.42, 64.74.