#BF9CA8 Hex Color Code

#BF9CA8

The Hexadecimal Color #BF9CA8 is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #BF9CA8 RGB value is rgb(191, 156, 168). RGB Color Model of #BF9CA8 consists of 74% red, 61% green and 65% blue. HSL color Mode of #BF9CA8 has 339°(degrees) Hue, 21% Saturation and 68% Lightness. #BF9CA8 color has an wavelength of 406.55556nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #BF9CA8 is #CCCCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #BF9CA8 is #B9A. The Closest Color to #BF9CA8 is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #BF9CA8 Hex Code is Amethyst Smoke. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #BF9CA8 is 0 Cyan 18 Magenta 12 Yellow 25 Black and #BF9CA8 CMY is 0, 18, 12. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #BF9CA8 is hsl(339,21,68, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(339, 18, 75). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #BF9CA8 is 40.44, 37.68, 42.18.
Hex8 Value of #BF9CA8 is #BF9CA8FF. Decimal Value of #BF9CA8 is 12557480 and Octal Value of #BF9CA8 is 57716250. Binary Value of #BF9CA8 is 10111111, 10011100, 10101000 and Android of #BF9CA8 is 4290747560 / 0xffbf9ca8. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #BF9CA8 is 0.336, 0.313, 0.313 and YIQ Color Space of #BF9CA8 is 167.833, 17.0009, 11.1369. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #BF9CA8 is 38.97, 35.77, 42.11. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #BF9CA8 is 67.78, 14.92, -1.34. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #BF9CA8 is 67.78, 20.35, -4.57. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #BF9CA8 is 67.78, 14.98, 354.87. Hunter Lab variable of #BF9CA8 is 61.38, 10.17, 2.23.

#BF9CA8 - Amethyst Smoke Color Image
#BF9CA8 - Amethyst Smoke Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #BF9CA8

RGB Percentages of #BF9CA8

74%
61%
65%

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 #BF9CA8

74.9%
61.18%
65.88%

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 #BF9CA8

0%
18%
12%
25%

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 #BF9CA8

To get 25% Saturated #BF9CA8 Color, you need to convert the hex color #BF9CA8 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 #BF9CA8 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 #BF9CA8

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 #BF9CA8

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 #BF9CA8

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 #BF9CA8 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #BF9CA8 to it's the darkest color.

#BF9CA8 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(191, 156, 168)
RGB Percent 74%, 61%, 65%
RYB 191.0, 156.0, 168.0
CMYK 0, 18, 12, 25
CMY 0, 18, 12
HSL hsl(339, 21%, 68%)
HSLA hsl(339, 21%, 68%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(339, 18, 75)
XYZ 40.44, 37.68, 42.18
Hex8 Value #BF9CA8FF
Decimal Value 12557480
Octal Value 57716250
Binary Value 10111111,10011100,10101000
Android 4290747560 / 0xffbf9ca8
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(339, 21%, 68%)
xyY 0.336, 0.313, 37.682
YIQ 167.833, 17.0009, 11.1369
LMS 38.97, 35.77, 42.11
CieLAB 67.78, 14.92, -1.34
CieLUV : LCHuv 67.78, 20.35, -4.57
CieLCH : LCHab 67.78, 14.98, 354.87
Hunter Lab 61.38, 10.17, 2.23
YUV 167.833, 0.09, 20.32
YDbDr 167.833, 0.25, -44.05
YCbCr 160.14, 128.08, 142.52
YCoCg 167.75, 179.5, -11.75
YPbPr 167.83, 0.09, 16.52
Munsell Color System 12279.93 64.35/354.70

#BF9CA8 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#BF9CA8 as Background:

A man may do very well with a very little knowledge, and scarce be found out in mixed company; everybody is so much more ready to produce his own, than to call for a display of your acquisitions.

Charles Lamb
<p style="background: #BF9CA8">…</p>

#BF9CA8 as Text Color:

Such is the constitution of the human mind, that any kind of knowledge, if it be really such, is its own reward.

John Henry Newman
<p style="color: #BF9CA8">…</p>

#BF9CA8 as Text Shadow:

Conversation with a friend will only bear good fruit of knowledge when both think only of the matter under consideration and forget that they are friends.

Friedrich Nietzsche
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #BF9CA8">…</p>

#BF9CA8 as Linear Gradient:

Things and men have always a certain sense, a certain side by which they must be got hold of if one wants to obtain a solid grasp and a perfect command.

Joseph Conrad
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #BF9CA8)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #BF9CA8?

RGB Value for #BF9CA8 is rgb(191, 156, 168).

What is the RGB percentage of #BF9CA8?

RGB percentage for #BF9CA8 is 74% Red 61% Green 65% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #BF9CA8?

CMYK Color Model of #BF9CA8 is 0 Cyan 18 Magenta 12 Yellow 25 Black.

What is the HSL value of #BF9CA8?

HSL Value of #BF9CA8 is 339°(degrees) Hue 21 Saturation 68 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #BF9CA8?

HSV Value of #BF9CA8 is 339 Hue 18 Saturation 75 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #BF9CA8?

XYZ Color Model of #BF9CA8 is 40.44, 37.68, 42.18.