#BBA997 Hex Color Code

#BBA997

The Hexadecimal Color #BBA997 is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #BBA997 RGB value is rgb(187, 169, 151). RGB Color Model of #BBA997 consists of 73% red, 66% green and 59% blue. HSL color Mode of #BBA997 has 30°(degrees) Hue, 21% Saturation and 66% Lightness. #BBA997 color has an wavelength of 601.11111nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #BBA997 is #CCCC99. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #BBA997 is #BA9. The Closest Color to #BBA997 is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #BBA997 Hex Code is Taupe Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #BBA997 is 0 Cyan 10 Magenta 19 Yellow 27 Black and #BBA997 CMY is 0, 10, 19. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #BBA997 is hsl(30,21,66, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(30, 19, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #BBA997 is 40.27, 41.18, 35.1.
Hex8 Value of #BBA997 is #BBA997FF. Decimal Value of #BBA997 is 12298647 and Octal Value of #BBA997 is 56724627. Binary Value of #BBA997 is 10111011, 10101001, 10010111 and Android of #BBA997 is 4290488727 / 0xffbba997. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #BBA997 is 0.346, 0.353, 0.353 and YIQ Color Space of #BBA997 is 172.33, 16.5096, -1.7946. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #BBA997 is 41.5, 41.78, 35.2. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #BBA997 is 70.3, 3.54, 11.66. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #BBA997 is 70.3, 12.06, 15.74. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #BBA997 is 70.3, 12.19, 73.11. Hunter Lab variable of #BBA997 is 64.17, -0.29, 12.49.

#BBA997 - Taupe Gray Color Image
#BBA997 - Taupe Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #BBA997

RGB Percentages of #BBA997

73%
66%
59%

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 #BBA997

73.33%
73.33%
59.22%

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 #BBA997

0%
10%
19%
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 #BBA997

To get 25% Saturated #BBA997 Color, you need to convert the hex color #BBA997 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 #BBA997 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 #BBA997

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 #BBA997

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 #BBA997

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 #BBA997 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #BBA997 to it's the darkest color.

#BBA997 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(187, 169, 151)
RGB Percent 73%, 66%, 59%
RYB 187.0, 187.0, 151.0
CMYK 0, 10, 19, 27
CMY 0, 10, 19
HSL hsl(30, 21%, 66%)
HSLA hsl(30, 21%, 66%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(30, 19, 73)
XYZ 40.27, 41.18, 35.1
Hex8 Value #BBA997FF
Decimal Value 12298647
Octal Value 56724627
Binary Value 10111011,10101001,10010111
Android 4290488727 / 0xffbba997
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(30, 21%, 66%)
xyY 0.346, 0.353, 41.176
YIQ 172.33, 16.5096, -1.7946
LMS 41.5, 41.78, 35.2
CieLAB 70.3, 3.54, 11.66
CieLUV : LCHuv 70.3, 12.06, 15.74
CieLCH : LCHab 70.3, 12.19, 73.11
Hunter Lab 64.17, -0.29, 12.49
YUV 172.33, -10.49, 12.87
YDbDr 172.33, -32.09, -27.9
YCbCr 164.0, 117.43, 137.19
YCoCg 169.0, 169.0, 0.0
YPbPr 172.33, -12.04, 10.46
Munsell Color System 12403.92 43.08/70.62

#BBA997 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#BBA997 as Background:

The one who does not honor the teacher and the one who does not honor the task, although ever so knowledgeable, they are confused.

Laozi
<p style="background: #BBA997">…</p>

#BBA997 as Text Color:

Even great spirits have only their five-fingers' breadth of experience - just beyond it their thinking ceases and their endless empty space and stupidity begins.

Friedrich Nietzsche
<p style="color: #BBA997">…</p>

#BBA997 as Text Shadow:

Not only do we as individuals get locked into single-minded views, but we also reinforce these views for each other until the culture itself suffers the same mindlessness.

Ellen Langer
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #BBA997">…</p>

#BBA997 as Linear Gradient:

Action in war is like movement in a resistant element. Just as the simplest and most natural of movements, walking, cannot easily be performed in water, so in war, it is difficult for normal efforts to achieve even moderate results.

Carl von Clausewitz
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #BBA997)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #BBA997?

RGB Value for #BBA997 is rgb(187, 169, 151).

What is the RGB percentage of #BBA997?

RGB percentage for #BBA997 is 73% Red 66% Green 59% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #BBA997?

CMYK Color Model of #BBA997 is 0 Cyan 10 Magenta 19 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #BBA997?

HSL Value of #BBA997 is 30°(degrees) Hue 21 Saturation 66 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #BBA997?

HSV Value of #BBA997 is 30 Hue 19 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #BBA997?

XYZ Color Model of #BBA997 is 40.27, 41.18, 35.1.