#BB979C Hex Color Code

#BB979C

The Hexadecimal Color #BB979C is a contrast shade of Rosy Brown. #BB979C RGB value is rgb(187, 151, 156). RGB Color Model of #BB979C consists of 73% red, 59% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #BB979C has 352°(degrees) Hue, 21% Saturation and 66% Lightness. #BB979C color has an wavelength of 398.37037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #BB979C is #CC99CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #BB979C is #B99. The Closest Color to #BB979C is #BC8F8F. Official Name of #BB979C Hex Code is Thatch. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #BB979C is 0 Cyan 19 Magenta 17 Yellow 27 Black and #BB979C CMY is 0, 19, 17. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #BB979C is hsl(352,21,66, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(352, 19, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #BB979C is 37.56, 35.1, 36.24.
Hex8 Value of #BB979C is #BB979CFF. Decimal Value of #BB979C is 12294044 and Octal Value of #BB979C is 56713634. Binary Value of #BB979C is 10111011, 10010111, 10011100 and Android of #BB979C is 4290484124 / 0xffbb979c. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #BB979C is 0.345, 0.322, 0.322 and YIQ Color Space of #BB979C is 162.334, 19.8459, 9.17. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #BB979C is 36.72, 33.38, 36.23. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #BB979C is 65.83, 14.22, 2.48. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #BB979C is 65.83, 21.8, 1.02. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #BB979C is 65.83, 14.43, 9.89. Hunter Lab variable of #BB979C is 59.25, 9.49, 5.2.

#BB979C - Thatch Color Image
#BB979C - Thatch Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #BB979C

RGB Percentages of #BB979C

73%
59%
61%

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 #BB979C

73.33%
59.22%
61.18%

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 #BB979C

0%
19%
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 #BB979C

To get 25% Saturated #BB979C Color, you need to convert the hex color #BB979C 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 #BB979C 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 #BB979C

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 #BB979C

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 #BB979C

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 #BB979C to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #BB979C to it's the darkest color.

#BB979C Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(187, 151, 156)
RGB Percent 73%, 59%, 61%
RYB 187.0, 151.0, 156.0
CMYK 0, 19, 17, 27
CMY 0, 19, 17
HSL hsl(352, 21%, 66%)
HSLA hsl(352, 21%, 66%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(352, 19, 73)
XYZ 37.56, 35.1, 36.24
Hex8 Value #BB979CFF
Decimal Value 12294044
Octal Value 56713634
Binary Value 10111011,10010111,10011100
Android 4290484124 / 0xffbb979c
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(352, 21%, 66%)
xyY 0.345, 0.322, 35.1
YIQ 162.334, 19.8459, 9.17
LMS 36.72, 33.38, 36.23
CieLAB 65.83, 14.22, 2.48
CieLUV : LCHuv 65.83, 21.8, 1.02
CieLCH : LCHab 65.83, 14.43, 9.89
Hunter Lab 59.25, 9.49, 5.2
YUV 162.334, -3.11, 21.64
YDbDr 162.334, -9.53, -46.9
YCbCr 155.42, 124.86, 143.45
YCoCg 161.25, 171.5, -10.25
YPbPr 162.33, -3.57, 17.59
Munsell Color System 12165.13 63.69/9.08

#BB979C HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#BB979C as Background:

The Internet was done so well that most people think of it as a natural resource like the Pacific Ocean, rather than something that was man-made. When was the last time a technology with a scale like that was so error-free? The Web, in comparison, is a joke. The Web was done by amateurs.

Alan Kay
<p style="background: #BB979C">…</p>

#BB979C as Text Color:

We have an obligation to make things beautiful. Not to leave the world uglier than we found it, not to empty the oceans, not to leave our problems for the next generation.

Neil Gaiman
<p style="color: #BB979C">…</p>

#BB979C as Text Shadow:

Let's stop fracking. Who knows about hydraulic fracking? I'm like, whodie, get that oil out the ocean!

Lil B
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #BB979C">…</p>

#BB979C as Linear Gradient:

Rise up nimbly and go on your strange journey to the ocean of meanings.... Leave and don't look away from the sun as you go, in whose light you're sometimes crescent, sometimes full.

Rumi
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #BB979C)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #BB979C?

RGB Value for #BB979C is rgb(187, 151, 156).

What is the RGB percentage of #BB979C?

RGB percentage for #BB979C is 73% Red 59% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #BB979C?

CMYK Color Model of #BB979C is 0 Cyan 19 Magenta 17 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #BB979C?

HSL Value of #BB979C is 352°(degrees) Hue 21 Saturation 66 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #BB979C?

HSV Value of #BB979C is 352 Hue 19 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #BB979C?

XYZ Color Model of #BB979C is 37.56, 35.1, 36.24.