#BBAA9C Hex Color Code

#BBAA9C

The Hexadecimal Color #BBAA9C is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #BBAA9C RGB value is rgb(187, 170, 156). RGB Color Model of #BBAA9C consists of 73% red, 66% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #BBAA9C has 27°(degrees) Hue, 19% Saturation and 67% Lightness. #BBAA9C color has an wavelength of 603nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #BBAA9C is #CCCCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #BBAA9C is #BA9. The Closest Color to #BBAA9C is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #BBAA9C Hex Code is Taupe Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #BBAA9C is 0 Cyan 9 Magenta 17 Yellow 27 Black and #BBAA9C CMY is 0, 9, 17. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #BBAA9C is hsl(27,19,67, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(27, 17, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #BBAA9C is 40.87, 41.72, 37.35.
Hex8 Value of #BBAA9C is #BBAA9CFF. Decimal Value of #BBAA9C is 12298908 and Octal Value of #BBAA9C is 56725234. Binary Value of #BBAA9C is 10111011, 10101010, 10011100 and Android of #BBAA9C is 4290488988 / 0xffbbaa9c. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #BBAA9C is 0.341, 0.348, 0.348 and YIQ Color Space of #BBAA9C is 173.487, 14.6285, -0.7613. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #BBAA9C is 41.81, 42.29, 37.42. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #BBAA9C is 70.68, 3.78, 9.44. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #BBAA9C is 70.68, 11.11, 12.7. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #BBAA9C is 70.68, 10.17, 68.18. Hunter Lab variable of #BBAA9C is 64.59, -0.09, 10.93.

#BBAA9C - Taupe Gray Color Image
#BBAA9C - Taupe Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #BBAA9C

RGB Percentages of #BBAA9C

73%
66%
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 #BBAA9C

73.33%
71.19%
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 #BBAA9C

0%
9%
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 #BBAA9C

To get 25% Saturated #BBAA9C Color, you need to convert the hex color #BBAA9C 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 #BBAA9C 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 #BBAA9C

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 #BBAA9C

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 #BBAA9C

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 #BBAA9C to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #BBAA9C to it's the darkest color.

#BBAA9C Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(187, 170, 156)
RGB Percent 73%, 66%, 61%
RYB 187.0, 181.53, 156.0
CMYK 0, 9, 17, 27
CMY 0, 9, 17
HSL hsl(27, 19%, 67%)
HSLA hsl(27, 19%, 67%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(27, 17, 73)
XYZ 40.87, 41.72, 37.35
Hex8 Value #BBAA9CFF
Decimal Value 12298908
Octal Value 56725234
Binary Value 10111011,10101010,10011100
Android 4290488988 / 0xffbbaa9c
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(27, 19%, 67%)
xyY 0.341, 0.348, 41.715
YIQ 173.487, 14.6285, -0.7613
LMS 41.81, 42.29, 37.42
CieLAB 70.68, 3.78, 9.44
CieLUV : LCHuv 70.68, 11.11, 12.7
CieLCH : LCHab 70.68, 10.17, 68.18
Hunter Lab 64.59, -0.09, 10.93
YUV 173.487, -8.6, 11.85
YDbDr 173.487, -26.31, -25.7
YCbCr 164.99, 119.33, 136.47
YCoCg 170.75, 171.5, -0.75
YPbPr 173.49, -9.87, 9.64
Munsell Color System 12423.79 35.61/65.38

#BBAA9C HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#BBAA9C as Background:

An actor is supposed to be a sensitive instrument. Isaac Stern takes good care of his violin. What if everybody jumped on his violin?

Marilyn Monroe
<p style="background: #BBAA9C">…</p>

#BBAA9C as Text Color:

The best thing about giving of ourselves is that what we get is always better than what we give. The reaction is greater than the action.

Orison Swett Marden
<p style="color: #BBAA9C">…</p>

#BBAA9C as Text Shadow:

The thing I want more than anything else? I want to have children. I used to feel for every child I had, I would adopt another.

Marilyn Monroe
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #BBAA9C">…</p>

#BBAA9C as Linear Gradient:

Sometimes I think it would be easier to avoid old age, to die young, but then you'd never complete your life, would you? You'd never wholly know you.

Marilyn Monroe
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #BBAA9C)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #BBAA9C?

RGB Value for #BBAA9C is rgb(187, 170, 156).

What is the RGB percentage of #BBAA9C?

RGB percentage for #BBAA9C is 73% Red 66% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #BBAA9C?

CMYK Color Model of #BBAA9C is 0 Cyan 9 Magenta 17 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #BBAA9C?

HSL Value of #BBAA9C is 27°(degrees) Hue 19 Saturation 67 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #BBAA9C?

HSV Value of #BBAA9C is 27 Hue 17 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #BBAA9C?

XYZ Color Model of #BBAA9C is 40.87, 41.72, 37.35.