#BB179B Hex Color Code

#BB179B

The Hexadecimal Color #BB179B is a contrast shade of Medium Violet Red. #BB179B RGB value is rgb(187, 23, 155). RGB Color Model of #BB179B consists of 73% red, 9% green and 60% blue. HSL color Mode of #BB179B has 312°(degrees) Hue, 78% Saturation and 41% Lightness. #BB179B color has an wavelength of 423.55556nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #BB179B is #CC33CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #BB179B is #B19. The Closest Color to #BB179B is #C71585. Official Name of #BB179B Hex Code is Violet Eggplant. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #BB179B is 0 Cyan 88 Magenta 17 Yellow 27 Black and #BB179B CMY is 0, 88, 17. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #BB179B is hsl(312,78,41, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(312, 88, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #BB179B is 26.72, 13.55, 32.21.
Hex8 Value of #BB179B is #BB179BFF. Decimal Value of #BB179B is 12261275 and Octal Value of #BB179B is 56613633. Binary Value of #BB179B is 10111011, 10111, 10011011 and Android of #BB179B is 4290451355 / 0xffbb179b. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #BB179B is 0.369, 0.187, 0.187 and YIQ Color Space of #BB179B is 87.084, 55.316, 75.7644. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #BB179B is 20.17, 4.4, 31.94. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #BB179B is 43.58, 70.73, -30.54. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #BB179B is 43.58, 73.32, -53.8. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #BB179B is 43.58, 77.04, 336.65. Hunter Lab variable of #BB179B is 36.81, 65.15, -26.11.

#BB179B - Violet Eggplant Color Image
#BB179B - Violet Eggplant Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #BB179B

RGB Percentages of #BB179B

73%
9%
60%

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 #BB179B

73.33%
9.02%
60.78%

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 #BB179B

0%
88%
17%
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 #BB179B

To get 25% Saturated #BB179B Color, you need to convert the hex color #BB179B 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 #BB179B 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 #BB179B

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 #BB179B

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 #BB179B

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 #BB179B to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #BB179B to it's the darkest color.

#BB179B Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(187, 23, 155)
RGB Percent 73%, 9%, 60%
RYB 187.0, 23.0, 155.0
CMYK 0, 88, 17, 27
CMY 0, 88, 17
HSL hsl(312, 78%, 41%)
HSLA hsl(312, 78%, 41%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(312, 88, 73)
XYZ 26.72, 13.55, 32.21
Hex8 Value #BB179BFF
Decimal Value 12261275
Octal Value 56613633
Binary Value 10111011,10111,10011011
Android 4290451355 / 0xffbb179b
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(312, 78%, 41%)
xyY 0.369, 0.187, 13.547
YIQ 87.084, 55.316, 75.7644
LMS 20.17, 4.4, 31.94
CieLAB 43.58, 70.73, -30.54
CieLUV : LCHuv 43.58, 73.32, -53.8
CieLCH : LCHab 43.58, 77.04, 336.65
Hunter Lab 36.81, 65.15, -26.11
YUV 87.084, 33.44, 87.66
YDbDr 87.084, 102.16, -189.97
YCbCr 90.79, 161.67, 190.6
YCoCg 97.0, 171.0, -74.0
YPbPr 87.08, 38.33, 71.27
Munsell Color System 10749.38 487.76/344.25

#BB179B HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#BB179B as Background:

You need a string of successes behind you to buoy that self-image; otherwise, you have a terribly negative attitude about yourself and it is very unlikely you are going to succeed at anything.

Frederick Lenz
<p style="background: #BB179B">…</p>

#BB179B as Text Color:

As you progress towards enlightenment you will find that you become a winner at anything, not because you are so concerned about winning anymore. You are just concerned about the pursuit of excellence.

Frederick Lenz
<p style="color: #BB179B">…</p>

#BB179B as Text Shadow:

If you decide that you are a winner, and if you hold that image in your mind strongly enough, you will become a winner.

Frederick Lenz
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #BB179B">…</p>

#BB179B as Linear Gradient:

I think it is very important to view life in terms of winning and losing until complete enlightenment has occurred.

Frederick Lenz
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #BB179B)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #BB179B?

RGB Value for #BB179B is rgb(187, 23, 155).

What is the RGB percentage of #BB179B?

RGB percentage for #BB179B is 73% Red 9% Green 60% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #BB179B?

CMYK Color Model of #BB179B is 0 Cyan 88 Magenta 17 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #BB179B?

HSL Value of #BB179B is 312°(degrees) Hue 78 Saturation 41 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #BB179B?

HSV Value of #BB179B is 312 Hue 88 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #BB179B?

XYZ Color Model of #BB179B is 26.72, 13.55, 32.21.