#BDA59C Hex Color Code

#BDA59C

The Hexadecimal Color #BDA59C is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #BDA59C RGB value is rgb(189, 165, 156). RGB Color Model of #BDA59C consists of 74% red, 64% green and 61% blue. HSL color Mode of #BDA59C has 16°(degrees) Hue, 20% Saturation and 68% Lightness. #BDA59C color has an wavelength of 609.92593nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #BDA59C is #CCCCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #BDA59C is #BA9. The Closest Color to #BDA59C is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #BDA59C Hex Code is Taupe Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #BDA59C is 0 Cyan 13 Magenta 17 Yellow 26 Black and #BDA59C CMY is 0, 13, 17. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #BDA59C is hsl(16,20,68, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(16, 17, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #BDA59C is 40.44, 40.13, 37.06.
Hex8 Value of #BDA59C is #BDA59CFF. Decimal Value of #BDA59C is 12428700 and Octal Value of #BDA59C is 57322634. Binary Value of #BDA59C is 10111101, 10100101, 10011100 and Android of #BDA59C is 4290618780 / 0xffbda59c. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #BDA59C is 0.344, 0.341, 0.341 and YIQ Color Space of #BDA59C is 171.15, 17.1933, 2.2752. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #BDA59C is 40.86, 39.89, 37.11. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #BDA59C is 69.56, 7.26, 7.88. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #BDA59C is 69.56, 15.21, 9.88. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #BDA59C is 69.56, 10.71, 47.35. Hunter Lab variable of #BDA59C is 63.35, 3.09, 9.66.

#BDA59C - Taupe Gray Color Image
#BDA59C - Taupe Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #BDA59C

RGB Percentages of #BDA59C

74%
64%
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 #BDA59C

74.12%
66.03%
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 #BDA59C

0%
13%
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 #BDA59C

To get 25% Saturated #BDA59C Color, you need to convert the hex color #BDA59C 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 #BDA59C 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 #BDA59C

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 #BDA59C

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 #BDA59C

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 #BDA59C to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #BDA59C to it's the darkest color.

#BDA59C Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(189, 165, 156)
RGB Percent 74%, 64%, 61%
RYB 189.0, 168.38, 156.0
CMYK 0, 13, 17, 26
CMY 0, 13, 17
HSL hsl(16, 20%, 68%)
HSLA hsl(16, 20%, 68%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(16, 17, 74)
XYZ 40.44, 40.13, 37.06
Hex8 Value #BDA59CFF
Decimal Value 12428700
Octal Value 57322634
Binary Value 10111101,10100101,10011100
Android 4290618780 / 0xffbda59c
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(16, 20%, 68%)
xyY 0.344, 0.341, 40.13
YIQ 171.15, 17.1933, 2.2752
LMS 40.86, 39.89, 37.11
CieLAB 69.56, 7.26, 7.88
CieLUV : LCHuv 69.56, 15.21, 9.88
CieLCH : LCHab 69.56, 10.71, 47.35
Hunter Lab 63.35, 3.09, 9.66
YUV 171.15, -7.45, 15.66
YDbDr 171.15, -22.8, -33.94
YCbCr 162.99, 120.49, 139.18
YCoCg 168.75, 172.5, -3.75
YPbPr 171.15, -8.55, 12.73
Munsell Color System 12369.37 39.85/44.46

#BDA59C HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#BDA59C as Background:

The mind can proceed only so far upon what it knows and can prove. There comes a point where the mind takes a higher plane of knowledge, but can never prove how it got there. All great discoveries have involved such a leap

Albert Einstein
<p style="background: #BDA59C">…</p>

#BDA59C as Text Color:

I am constantly amazed at how little painters know about painting, writers about writing, merchants about business, manufacturers about manufacturing. Most men just drift.

Sherwood Anderson
<p style="color: #BDA59C">…</p>

#BDA59C as Text Shadow:

In a spiral galaxy, the ratio of dark-to-light matter is about a factor of ten. That's probably a good number for the ratio of our ignorance-to-knowledge. We're out of kindergarten, but only in about third grade.

Vera Rubin
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #BDA59C">…</p>

#BDA59C as Linear Gradient:

Philosophy is harmonized knowledge making a harmonious life; it is the self-discipline which lifts us to serenity and freedom. Knowledge is power, but only wisdom is liberty.

Will Durant
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #BDA59C)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #BDA59C?

RGB Value for #BDA59C is rgb(189, 165, 156).

What is the RGB percentage of #BDA59C?

RGB percentage for #BDA59C is 74% Red 64% Green 61% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #BDA59C?

CMYK Color Model of #BDA59C is 0 Cyan 13 Magenta 17 Yellow 26 Black.

What is the HSL value of #BDA59C?

HSL Value of #BDA59C is 16°(degrees) Hue 20 Saturation 68 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #BDA59C?

HSV Value of #BDA59C is 16 Hue 17 Saturation 74 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #BDA59C?

XYZ Color Model of #BDA59C is 40.44, 40.13, 37.06.