#B9BC9F Hex Color Code

#B9BC9F

The Hexadecimal Color #B9BC9F is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #B9BC9F RGB value is rgb(185, 188, 159). RGB Color Model of #B9BC9F consists of 72% red, 73% green and 62% blue. HSL color Mode of #B9BC9F has 66°(degrees) Hue, 18% Saturation and 68% Lightness. #B9BC9F color has an wavelength of 578.44444nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B9BC9F is #CCCCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B9BC9F is #BB9. The Closest Color to #B9BC9F is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #B9BC9F Hex Code is Heathered Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B9BC9F is 2 Cyan 0 Magenta 15 Yellow 26 Black and #B9BC9F CMY is 2, 0, 15. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B9BC9F is hsl(66,18,68, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(66, 15, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B9BC9F is 44.25, 48.78, 39.88.
Hex8 Value of #B9BC9F is #B9BC9FFF. Decimal Value of #B9BC9F is 12172447 and Octal Value of #B9BC9F is 56336237. Binary Value of #B9BC9F is 10111001, 10111100, 10011111 and Android of #B9BC9F is 4290362527 / 0xffb9bc9f. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B9BC9F is 0.333, 0.367, 0.367 and YIQ Color Space of #B9BC9F is 183.797, 7.53, -9.6593. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B9BC9F is 46.91, 51.91, 40.01. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B9BC9F is 75.31, -6.08, 14.34. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B9BC9F is 75.31, -0.2, 21.39. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B9BC9F is 75.31, 15.58, 112.98. Hunter Lab variable of #B9BC9F is 69.84, -9.13, 15.04.

#B9BC9F - Heathered Gray Color Image
#B9BC9F - Heathered Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B9BC9F

RGB Percentages of #B9BC9F

72%
73%
62%

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 #B9BC9F

62.35%
73.73%
63.53%

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 #B9BC9F

2%
0%
15%
26%

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 #B9BC9F

To get 25% Saturated #B9BC9F Color, you need to convert the hex color #B9BC9F 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 #B9BC9F 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 #B9BC9F

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 #B9BC9F

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 #B9BC9F

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 #B9BC9F to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B9BC9F to it's the darkest color.

#B9BC9F Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(185, 188, 159)
RGB Percent 72%, 73%, 62%
RYB 159.0, 188.0, 162.0
CMYK 2, 0, 15, 26
CMY 2, 0, 15
HSL hsl(66, 18%, 68%)
HSLA hsl(66, 18%, 68%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(66, 15, 74)
XYZ 44.25, 48.78, 39.88
Hex8 Value #B9BC9FFF
Decimal Value 12172447
Octal Value 56336237
Binary Value 10111001,10111100,10011111
Android 4290362527 / 0xffb9bc9f
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(66, 18%, 68%)
xyY 0.333, 0.367, 48.784
YIQ 183.797, 7.53, -9.6593
LMS 46.91, 51.91, 40.01
CieLAB 75.31, -6.08, 14.34
CieLUV : LCHuv 75.31, -0.2, 21.39
CieLCH : LCHab 75.31, 15.58, 112.98
Hunter Lab 69.84, -9.13, 15.04
YUV 183.797, -12.2, 1.05
YDbDr 183.797, -37.31, -2.29
YCbCr 173.85, 115.71, 128.75
YCoCg 180.0, 172.0, 8.0
YPbPr 183.8, -13.99, 0.86
Munsell Color System 12650.20 52.27/112.16

#B9BC9F HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B9BC9F as Background:

The measure of an enthusiasm must be taken between interesting events. It is between bites that the lukewarm angler loses heart.

Edwin Way Teale
<p style="background: #B9BC9F">…</p>

#B9BC9F as Text Color:

The first time I saw my wife, Marjorie, I was doing stand-up in Memphis, and she was sitting in the front row. Afterward, I walked up and said, "Ma'am, I'm going to marry you one day". And 15 years later, I did.

Steve Harvey
<p style="color: #B9BC9F">…</p>

#B9BC9F as Text Shadow:

Success, which is something so simple in the end, is made up of thousands of things, we never fully know what.

Rainer Maria Rilke
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B9BC9F">…</p>

#B9BC9F as Linear Gradient:

We need to accept that we won't always make the right decisions, that we'll screw up royally sometimes - understanding that failure is not the opposite of success, it's part of success.

Arianna Huffington
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B9BC9F)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B9BC9F?

RGB Value for #B9BC9F is rgb(185, 188, 159).

What is the RGB percentage of #B9BC9F?

RGB percentage for #B9BC9F is 72% Red 73% Green 62% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B9BC9F?

CMYK Color Model of #B9BC9F is 2 Cyan 0 Magenta 15 Yellow 26 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B9BC9F?

HSL Value of #B9BC9F is 66°(degrees) Hue 18 Saturation 68 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B9BC9F?

HSV Value of #B9BC9F is 66 Hue 15 Saturation 74 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B9BC9F?

XYZ Color Model of #B9BC9F is 44.25, 48.78, 39.88.