#BBBB96 Hex Color Code

#BBBB96

The Hexadecimal Color #BBBB96 is a contrast shade of Tan. #BBBB96 RGB value is rgb(187, 187, 150). RGB Color Model of #BBBB96 consists of 73% red, 73% green and 58% blue. HSL color Mode of #BBBB96 has 60°(degrees) Hue, 21% Saturation and 66% Lightness. #BBBB96 color has an wavelength of 582.22222nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #BBBB96 is #CCCC99. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #BBBB96 is #BB9. The Closest Color to #BBBB96 is #D2B48C. Official Name of #BBBB96 Hex Code is Heathered Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #BBBB96 is 0 Cyan 0 Magenta 20 Yellow 27 Black and #BBBB96 CMY is 0, 0, 20. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #BBBB96 is hsl(60,21,66, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(60, 20, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #BBBB96 is 43.77, 48.31, 35.87.
Hex8 Value of #BBBB96 is #BBBB96FF. Decimal Value of #BBBB96 is 12303254 and Octal Value of #BBBB96 is 56735626. Binary Value of #BBBB96 is 10111011, 10111011, 10010110 and Android of #BBBB96 is 4290493334 / 0xffbbbb96. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #BBBB96 is 0.342, 0.378, 0.378 and YIQ Color Space of #BBBB96 is 182.782, 11.8881, -11.5144. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #BBBB96 is 47.0, 51.43, 36.06. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #BBBB96 is 75.02, -6.21, 18.8. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #BBBB96 is 75.02, 1.97, 27.28. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #BBBB96 is 75.02, 19.8, 108.28. Hunter Lab variable of #BBBB96 is 69.51, -9.23, 18.06.

#BBBB96 - Heathered Gray Color Image
#BBBB96 - Heathered Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #BBBB96

RGB Percentages of #BBBB96

73%
73%
58%

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 #BBBB96

58.82%
73.33%
58.82%

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 #BBBB96

0%
0%
20%
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 #BBBB96

To get 25% Saturated #BBBB96 Color, you need to convert the hex color #BBBB96 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 #BBBB96 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 #BBBB96

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 #BBBB96

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 #BBBB96

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 #BBBB96 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #BBBB96 to it's the darkest color.

#BBBB96 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(187, 187, 150)
RGB Percent 73%, 73%, 58%
RYB 150.0, 187.0, 150.0
CMYK 0, 0, 20, 27
CMY 0, 0, 20
HSL hsl(60, 21%, 66%)
HSLA hsl(60, 21%, 66%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(60, 20, 73)
XYZ 43.77, 48.31, 35.87
Hex8 Value #BBBB96FF
Decimal Value 12303254
Octal Value 56735626
Binary Value 10111011,10111011,10010110
Android 4290493334 / 0xffbbbb96
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(60, 21%, 66%)
xyY 0.342, 0.378, 48.308
YIQ 182.782, 11.8881, -11.5144
LMS 47.0, 51.43, 36.06
CieLAB 75.02, -6.21, 18.8
CieLUV : LCHuv 75.02, 1.97, 27.28
CieLCH : LCHab 75.02, 19.8, 108.28
Hunter Lab 69.51, -9.23, 18.06
YUV 182.782, -16.13, 3.7
YDbDr 182.782, -49.32, -8.03
YCbCr 172.98, 111.75, 130.64
YCoCg 177.75, 168.5, 9.25
YPbPr 182.78, -18.5, 3.01
Munsell Color System 12637.25 66.79/106.90

#BBBB96 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#BBBB96 as Background:

The greatest gift is a passion for reading. It is cheap, it consoles, it distracts, it excites, it gives you knowledge of the world and experience of a wide kind. It is a moral illumination.

Elizabeth Hardwick
<p style="background: #BBBB96">…</p>

#BBBB96 as Text Color:

Science does not mean an idle resting upon a body of certain knowledge; it means unresting endeavor and continually progressing development toward an end which the poetic intuition may apprehend, but which the intellect can never fully grasp.

Max Planck
<p style="color: #BBBB96">…</p>

#BBBB96 as Text Shadow:

It is not enough to have knowledge; one must apply it. It is not enough to have wishes; one must also accomplish it.

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #BBBB96">…</p>

#BBBB96 as Linear Gradient:

It has long been recognized that an essential element in protecting human rights was a widespread knowledge among the population of what their rights are and how they can be defended.

Boutros Boutros-Ghali
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #BBBB96)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #BBBB96?

RGB Value for #BBBB96 is rgb(187, 187, 150).

What is the RGB percentage of #BBBB96?

RGB percentage for #BBBB96 is 73% Red 73% Green 58% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #BBBB96?

CMYK Color Model of #BBBB96 is 0 Cyan 0 Magenta 20 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #BBBB96?

HSL Value of #BBBB96 is 60°(degrees) Hue 21 Saturation 66 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #BBBB96?

HSV Value of #BBBB96 is 60 Hue 20 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #BBBB96?

XYZ Color Model of #BBBB96 is 43.77, 48.31, 35.87.