#BC179C Hex Color Code

#BC179C

The Hexadecimal Color #BC179C is a contrast shade of Medium Violet Red. #BC179C RGB value is rgb(188, 23, 156). RGB Color Model of #BC179C consists of 73% red, 9% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #BC179C has 312°(degrees) Hue, 78% Saturation and 41% Lightness. #BC179C color has an wavelength of 423.55556nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #BC179C is #CC33CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #BC179C is #B19. The Closest Color to #BC179C is #C71585. Official Name of #BC179C Hex Code is Violet Eggplant. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #BC179C is 0 Cyan 88 Magenta 17 Yellow 26 Black and #BC179C CMY is 0, 88, 17. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #BC179C is hsl(312,78,41, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(312, 88, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #BC179C is 27.05, 13.71, 32.67.
Hex8 Value of #BC179C is #BC179CFF. Decimal Value of #BC179C is 12326812 and Octal Value of #BC179C is 57013634. Binary Value of #BC179C is 10111100, 10111, 10011100 and Android of #BC179C is 4290516892 / 0xffbc179c. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #BC179C is 0.368, 0.187, 0.187 and YIQ Color Space of #BC179C is 87.497, 55.5906, 76.2871. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #BC179C is 20.41, 4.44, 32.4. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #BC179C is 43.81, 71.07, -30.77. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #BC179C is 43.81, 73.67, -54.25. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #BC179C is 43.81, 77.45, 336.59. Hunter Lab variable of #BC179C is 37.03, 65.61, -26.39.

#BC179C - Violet Eggplant Color Image
#BC179C - Violet Eggplant Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #BC179C

RGB Percentages of #BC179C

73%
9%
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 #BC179C

73.73%
9.02%
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 #BC179C

0%
88%
17%
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 #BC179C

To get 25% Saturated #BC179C Color, you need to convert the hex color #BC179C 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 #BC179C 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 #BC179C

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 #BC179C

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 #BC179C

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 #BC179C to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #BC179C to it's the darkest color.

#BC179C Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(188, 23, 156)
RGB Percent 73%, 9%, 61%
RYB 188.0, 23.0, 156.0
CMYK 0, 88, 17, 26
CMY 0, 88, 17
HSL hsl(312, 78%, 41%)
HSLA hsl(312, 78%, 41%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(312, 88, 74)
XYZ 27.05, 13.71, 32.67
Hex8 Value #BC179CFF
Decimal Value 12326812
Octal Value 57013634
Binary Value 10111100,10111,10011100
Android 4290516892 / 0xffbc179c
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(312, 78%, 41%)
xyY 0.368, 0.187, 13.707
YIQ 87.497, 55.5906, 76.2871
LMS 20.41, 4.44, 32.4
CieLAB 43.81, 71.07, -30.77
CieLUV : LCHuv 43.81, 73.67, -54.25
CieLCH : LCHab 43.81, 77.45, 336.59
Hunter Lab 37.03, 65.61, -26.39
YUV 87.497, 33.73, 88.18
YDbDr 87.497, 103.04, -191.08
YCbCr 91.14, 161.96, 190.97
YCoCg 97.5, 172.0, -74.5
YPbPr 87.5, 38.66, 71.69
Munsell Color System 10772.34 486.69/344.20

#BC179C HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#BC179C as Background:

I watch the confusion of friends all numb with love moving like stray dogs to the anthem of night long conversations of pulsing rhythms and random voltage voices in spite of themselves graceful as these raindrops creeping spermlike across the car window.

Bruce Cockburn
<p style="background: #BC179C">…</p>

#BC179C as Text Color:

I would rather feel the hurt inside, yes I would darling, than know the emptiness that your heart must hide.

Bruce Springsteen
<p style="color: #BC179C">…</p>

#BC179C as Text Shadow:

In my heart I mean well. But if you help me to grow, then what I have in my heart will begin to show.

DMX
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #BC179C">…</p>

#BC179C as Linear Gradient:

If you bring a friend into your love affair, that's the end of your sweetheart that's the end of your friend, that's when your heartache begins.

Elvis Presley
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #BC179C)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #BC179C?

RGB Value for #BC179C is rgb(188, 23, 156).

What is the RGB percentage of #BC179C?

RGB percentage for #BC179C is 73% Red 9% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #BC179C?

CMYK Color Model of #BC179C is 0 Cyan 88 Magenta 17 Yellow 26 Black.

What is the HSL value of #BC179C?

HSL Value of #BC179C is 312°(degrees) Hue 78 Saturation 41 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #BC179C?

HSV Value of #BC179C is 312 Hue 88 Saturation 74 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #BC179C?

XYZ Color Model of #BC179C is 27.05, 13.71, 32.67.