#BB997C Hex Color Code

#BB997C

The Hexadecimal Color #BB997C is a contrast shade of Rosy Brown. #BB997C RGB value is rgb(187, 153, 124). RGB Color Model of #BB997C consists of 73% red, 60% green and 48% blue. HSL color Mode of #BB997C has 28°(degrees) Hue, 32% Saturation and 61% Lightness. #BB997C color has an wavelength of 602.37037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #BB997C is #CCCC99. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #BB997C is #B97. The Closest Color to #BB997C is #BC8F8F. Official Name of #BB997C Hex Code is Sandrift. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #BB997C is 0 Cyan 18 Magenta 34 Yellow 27 Black and #BB997C CMY is 0, 18, 34. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #BB997C is hsl(28,32,61, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(28, 34, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #BB997C is 35.52, 34.8, 23.91.
Hex8 Value of #BB997C is #BB997CFF. Decimal Value of #BB997C is 12294524 and Octal Value of #BB997C is 56714574. Binary Value of #BB997C is 10111011, 10011001, 1111100 and Android of #BB997C is 4290484604 / 0xffbb997c. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #BB997C is 0.377, 0.369, 0.369 and YIQ Color Space of #BB997C is 159.86, 29.5783, -1.8338. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #BB997C is 37.1, 34.23, 24.09. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #BB997C is 65.59, 8.46, 20.02. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #BB997C is 65.59, 23.84, 25.06. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #BB997C is 65.59, 21.73, 67.09. Hunter Lab variable of #BB997C is 58.99, 4.24, 17.26.

#BB997C - Sandrift Color Image
#BB997C - Sandrift Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #BB997C

RGB Percentages of #BB997C

73%
60%
48%

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 #BB997C

73.33%
69.7%
48.63%

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 #BB997C

0%
18%
34%
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 #BB997C

To get 25% Saturated #BB997C Color, you need to convert the hex color #BB997C 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 #BB997C 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 #BB997C

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 #BB997C

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 #BB997C

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 #BB997C to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #BB997C to it's the darkest color.

#BB997C Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(187, 153, 124)
RGB Percent 73%, 60%, 48%
RYB 187.0, 177.74, 124.0
CMYK 0, 18, 34, 27
CMY 0, 18, 34
HSL hsl(28, 32%, 61%)
HSLA hsl(28, 32%, 61%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(28, 34, 73)
XYZ 35.52, 34.8, 23.91
Hex8 Value #BB997CFF
Decimal Value 12294524
Octal Value 56714574
Binary Value 10111011,10011001,1111100
Android 4290484604 / 0xffbb997c
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(28, 32%, 61%)
xyY 0.377, 0.369, 34.804
YIQ 159.86, 29.5783, -1.8338
LMS 37.1, 34.23, 24.09
CieLAB 65.59, 8.46, 20.02
CieLUV : LCHuv 65.59, 23.84, 25.06
CieLCH : LCHab 65.59, 21.73, 67.09
Hunter Lab 58.99, 4.24, 17.26
YUV 159.86, -17.64, 23.81
YDbDr 159.86, -53.96, -51.61
YCbCr 153.29, 110.22, 145.0
YCoCg 154.25, 155.5, -1.25
YPbPr 159.86, -20.24, 19.36
Munsell Color System 12147.17 86.24/67.42

#BB997C HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#BB997C as Background:

There is no persuasiveness more effectual than the transparency of a single heart, of a sincere life.

Joseph Barber Lightfoot
<p style="background: #BB997C">…</p>

#BB997C as Text Color:

I don't think life is absurd. I think we are all here for a huge purpose. I think we shrink from the immensity of the purpose we are here for.

Norman Mailer
<p style="color: #BB997C">…</p>

#BB997C as Text Shadow:

On the plains of hesitation lie the blackened bones of countless millions who at the dawn of victory lay down to rest, and in resting died.

Adlai E. Stevenson
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #BB997C">…</p>

#BB997C as Linear Gradient:

So long as we love we serve; so long as we are loved by others, I would almost say that we are indispensable; and no man is useless while he has a friend.

Robert Louis Stevenson
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #BB997C)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #BB997C?

RGB Value for #BB997C is rgb(187, 153, 124).

What is the RGB percentage of #BB997C?

RGB percentage for #BB997C is 73% Red 60% Green 48% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #BB997C?

CMYK Color Model of #BB997C is 0 Cyan 18 Magenta 34 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #BB997C?

HSL Value of #BB997C is 28°(degrees) Hue 32 Saturation 61 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #BB997C?

HSV Value of #BB997C is 28 Hue 34 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #BB997C?

XYZ Color Model of #BB997C is 35.52, 34.8, 23.91.