#BC172F Hex Color Code

#BC172F

The Hexadecimal Color #BC172F is a contrast shade of Fire Brick. #BC172F RGB value is rgb(188, 23, 47). RGB Color Model of #BC172F consists of 73% red, 9% green and 18% blue. HSL color Mode of #BC172F has 351°(degrees) Hue, 78% Saturation and 41% Lightness. #BC172F color has an wavelength of 399nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #BC172F is #CC3333. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #BC172F is #B13. The Closest Color to #BC172F is #B22222. Official Name of #BC172F Hex Code is Shiraz. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #BC172F is 0 Cyan 88 Magenta 75 Yellow 26 Black and #BC172F CMY is 0, 88, 75. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #BC172F is hsl(351,78,41, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(351, 88, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #BC172F is 21.56, 11.51, 3.78.
Hex8 Value of #BC172F is #BC172FFF. Decimal Value of #BC172F is 12326703 and Octal Value of #BC172F is 57013457. Binary Value of #BC172F is 10111100, 10111, 101111 and Android of #BC172F is 4290516783 / 0xffbc172f. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #BC172F is 0.585, 0.312, 0.312 and YIQ Color Space of #BC172F is 75.071, 90.6123, 42.3663. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #BC172F is 20.13, 4.39, 3.94. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #BC172F is 40.43, 61.72, 32.04. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #BC172F is 40.43, 116.52, 18.72. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #BC172F is 40.43, 69.54, 27.43. Hunter Lab variable of #BC172F is 33.93, 54.06, 17.14.

#BC172F - Shiraz Color Image
#BC172F - Shiraz Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #BC172F

RGB Percentages of #BC172F

73%
9%
18%

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 #BC172F

73.73%
9.02%
18.43%

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 #BC172F

0%
88%
75%
26%

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 #BC172F

To get 25% Saturated #BC172F Color, you need to convert the hex color #BC172F 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 #BC172F 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 #BC172F

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 #BC172F

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 #BC172F

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 #BC172F to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #BC172F to it's the darkest color.

#BC172F Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(188, 23, 47)
RGB Percent 73%, 9%, 18%
RYB 188.0, 23.0, 47.0
CMYK 0, 88, 75, 26
CMY 0, 88, 75
HSL hsl(351, 78%, 41%)
HSLA hsl(351, 78%, 41%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(351, 88, 74)
XYZ 21.56, 11.51, 3.78
Hex8 Value #BC172FFF
Decimal Value 12326703
Octal Value 57013457
Binary Value 10111100,10111,101111
Android 4290516783 / 0xffbc172f
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(351, 78%, 41%)
xyY 0.585, 0.312, 11.513
YIQ 75.071, 90.6123, 42.3663
LMS 20.13, 4.39, 3.94
CieLAB 40.43, 61.72, 32.04
CieLUV : LCHuv 40.43, 116.52, 18.72
CieLCH : LCHab 40.43, 69.54, 27.43
Hunter Lab 33.93, 54.06, 17.14
YUV 75.071, -13.79, 99.08
YDbDr 75.071, -42.26, -214.74
YCbCr 80.47, 114.08, 198.76
YCoCg 70.25, 117.5, -47.25
YPbPr 75.07, -15.84, 80.55
Munsell Color System 10448.83 503.72/35.24

#BC172F HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#BC172F as Background:

Having a positive mental attitude is asking how something can be done rather than saying it can't be done.

Robert Foster Bennett
<p style="background: #BC172F">…</p>

#BC172F as Text Color:

I could never pretend something I didn't feel. I could never make love if I didn't love, and if I loved I could no more hide the fact than change the color of my eyes.

Marilyn Monroe
<p style="color: #BC172F">…</p>

#BC172F as Text Shadow:

Patience is waiting. Not passively waiting. That is laziness. But to keep going when the going is hard and slow - that is patience. The two most powerful warriors are patience and time.

Leo Tolstoy
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #BC172F">…</p>

#BC172F as Linear Gradient:

So the experts think we could have an AIDS-free generation in Africa by 2015, even if the mothers are positive.

Alan Cumming
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #BC172F)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #BC172F?

RGB Value for #BC172F is rgb(188, 23, 47).

What is the RGB percentage of #BC172F?

RGB percentage for #BC172F is 73% Red 9% Green 18% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #BC172F?

CMYK Color Model of #BC172F is 0 Cyan 88 Magenta 75 Yellow 26 Black.

What is the HSL value of #BC172F?

HSL Value of #BC172F is 351°(degrees) Hue 78 Saturation 41 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #BC172F?

HSV Value of #BC172F is 351 Hue 88 Saturation 74 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #BC172F?

XYZ Color Model of #BC172F is 21.56, 11.51, 3.78.