#BB9B8E Hex Color Code

#BB9B8E

The Hexadecimal Color #BB9B8E is a contrast shade of Rosy Brown. #BB9B8E RGB value is rgb(187, 155, 142). RGB Color Model of #BB9B8E consists of 73% red, 60% green and 55% blue. HSL color Mode of #BB9B8E has 17°(degrees) Hue, 25% Saturation and 65% Lightness. #BB9B8E color has an wavelength of 609.2963nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #BB9B8E is #CCCC99. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #BB9B8E is #B98. The Closest Color to #BB9B8E is #BC8F8F. Official Name of #BB9B8E Hex Code is Quicksand. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #BB9B8E is 0 Cyan 17 Magenta 24 Yellow 27 Black and #BB9B8E CMY is 0, 17, 24. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #BB9B8E is hsl(17,25,65, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(17, 24, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #BB9B8E is 37.1, 35.96, 30.57.
Hex8 Value of #BB9B8E is #BB9B8EFF. Decimal Value of #BB9B8E is 12295054 and Octal Value of #BB9B8E is 56715616. Binary Value of #BB9B8E is 10111011, 10011011, 10001110 and Android of #BB9B8E is 4290485134 / 0xffbb9b8e. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #BB9B8E is 0.358, 0.347, 0.347 and YIQ Color Space of #BB9B8E is 163.086, 23.2457, 2.7224. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #BB9B8E is 37.67, 35.13, 30.66. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #BB9B8E is 66.49, 9.85, 11.26. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #BB9B8E is 66.49, 20.96, 13.82. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #BB9B8E is 66.49, 14.96, 48.82. Hunter Lab variable of #BB9B8E is 59.97, 5.49, 11.75.

#BB9B8E - Quicksand Color Image
#BB9B8E - Quicksand Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #BB9B8E

RGB Percentages of #BB9B8E

73%
60%
55%

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 #BB9B8E

73.33%
62.86%
55.69%

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 #BB9B8E

0%
17%
24%
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 #BB9B8E

To get 25% Saturated #BB9B8E Color, you need to convert the hex color #BB9B8E 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 #BB9B8E 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 #BB9B8E

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 #BB9B8E

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 #BB9B8E

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 #BB9B8E to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #BB9B8E to it's the darkest color.

#BB9B8E Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(187, 155, 142)
RGB Percent 73%, 60%, 55%
RYB 187.0, 160.28, 142.0
CMYK 0, 17, 24, 27
CMY 0, 17, 24
HSL hsl(17, 25%, 65%)
HSLA hsl(17, 25%, 65%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(17, 24, 73)
XYZ 37.1, 35.96, 30.57
Hex8 Value #BB9B8EFF
Decimal Value 12295054
Octal Value 56715616
Binary Value 10111011,10011011,10001110
Android 4290485134 / 0xffbb9b8e
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(17, 25%, 65%)
xyY 0.358, 0.347, 35.962
YIQ 163.086, 23.2457, 2.7224
LMS 37.67, 35.13, 30.66
CieLAB 66.49, 9.85, 11.26
CieLUV : LCHuv 66.49, 20.96, 13.82
CieLCH : LCHab 66.49, 14.96, 48.82
Hunter Lab 59.97, 5.49, 11.75
YUV 163.086, -10.37, 20.98
YDbDr 163.086, -31.73, -45.48
YCbCr 156.06, 117.55, 142.98
YCoCg 159.75, 164.5, -4.75
YPbPr 163.09, -11.9, 17.06
Munsell Color System 12200.07 59.17/46.75

#BB9B8E HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#BB9B8E as Background:

My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style

Maya Angelou
<p style="background: #BB9B8E">…</p>

#BB9B8E as Text Color:

Let gratitude be the pillow upon which you kneel to say your nightly prayer. And let faith be the bridge you build to overcome evil and welcome good.

Maya Angelou
<p style="color: #BB9B8E">…</p>

#BB9B8E as Text Shadow:

You must understand the whole of life, not just one little part of it. That is why you must read, that is why you must look at the skies, that is why you must sing and dance, and write poems and suffer and understand, for all that is life.

Jiddu Krishnamurti
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #BB9B8E">…</p>

#BB9B8E as Linear Gradient:

For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.

Nelson Mandela
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #BB9B8E)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #BB9B8E?

RGB Value for #BB9B8E is rgb(187, 155, 142).

What is the RGB percentage of #BB9B8E?

RGB percentage for #BB9B8E is 73% Red 60% Green 55% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #BB9B8E?

CMYK Color Model of #BB9B8E is 0 Cyan 17 Magenta 24 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #BB9B8E?

HSL Value of #BB9B8E is 17°(degrees) Hue 25 Saturation 65 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #BB9B8E?

HSV Value of #BB9B8E is 17 Hue 24 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #BB9B8E?

XYZ Color Model of #BB9B8E is 37.1, 35.96, 30.57.