#C60231 Hex Color Code

#C60231

The Hexadecimal Color #C60231 is a contrast shade of Crimson. #C60231 RGB value is rgb(198, 2, 49). RGB Color Model of #C60231 consists of 77% red, 0% green and 19% blue. HSL color Mode of #C60231 has 346°(degrees) Hue, 98% Saturation and 39% Lightness. #C60231 color has an wavelength of 402.14815nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #C60231 is #CC3333. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #C60231 is #C03. The Closest Color to #C60231 is #DC143C. Official Name of #C60231 Hex Code is Cardinal. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #C60231 is 0 Cyan 99 Magenta 75 Yellow 22 Black and #C60231 CMY is 0, 99, 75. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #C60231 is hsl(346,98,39, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(346, 99, 78). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #C60231 is 23.87, 12.27, 4.02.
Hex8 Value of #C60231 is #C60231FF. Decimal Value of #C60231 is 12976689 and Octal Value of #C60231 is 61401061. Binary Value of #C60231 is 11000110, 10, 110001 and Android of #C60231 is 4291166769 / 0xffc60231. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #C60231 is 0.594, 0.306, 0.306 and YIQ Color Space of #C60231 is 65.962, 101.6953, 56.0804. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #C60231 is 22.11, 4.06, 4.19. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #C60231 is 41.64, 67.0, 32.79. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #C60231 is 41.64, 127.87, 18.22. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #C60231 is 41.64, 74.59, 26.08. Hunter Lab variable of #C60231 is 35.03, 60.34, 17.72.

#C60231 - Cardinal Color Image
#C60231 - Cardinal Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #C60231

RGB Percentages of #C60231

77%
0%
19%

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 #C60231

77.65%
0.78%
19.22%

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 #C60231

0%
99%
75%
22%

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 #C60231

To get 25% Saturated #C60231 Color, you need to convert the hex color #C60231 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 #C60231 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 #C60231

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 #C60231

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 #C60231

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 #C60231 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #C60231 to it's the darkest color.

#C60231 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(198, 2, 49)
RGB Percent 77%, 0%, 19%
RYB 198.0, 2.0, 49.0
CMYK 0, 99, 75, 22
CMY 0, 99, 75
HSL hsl(346, 98%, 39%)
HSLA hsl(346, 98%, 39%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(346, 99, 78)
XYZ 23.87, 12.27, 4.02
Hex8 Value #C60231FF
Decimal Value 12976689
Octal Value 61401061
Binary Value 11000110,10,110001
Android 4291166769 / 0xffc60231
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(346, 98%, 39%)
xyY 0.594, 0.306, 12.275
YIQ 65.962, 101.6953, 56.0804
LMS 22.11, 4.06, 4.19
CieLAB 41.64, 67.0, 32.79
CieLUV : LCHuv 41.64, 127.87, 18.22
CieLCH : LCHab 41.64, 74.59, 26.08
Hunter Lab 35.03, 60.34, 17.72
YUV 65.962, -8.32, 115.84
YDbDr 65.962, -25.55, -251.07
YCbCr 72.65, 119.59, 210.73
YCoCg 62.75, 123.5, -60.75
YPbPr 65.96, -9.57, 94.18
Munsell Color System 10637.02 505.65/34.76

#C60231 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#C60231 as Background:

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Will Ferrell
<p style="background: #C60231">…</p>

#C60231 as Text Color:

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Lenny Bruce
<p style="color: #C60231">…</p>

#C60231 as Text Shadow:

Each soul has its appointed doom. How is it you dare to raise a mortal boy so high - high enough to flout the gods? Bring godhead where a man may reach out and take it? growls Enlil, and lightning splits a clear blue sky.

Janet Morris
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #C60231">…</p>

#C60231 as Linear Gradient:

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C. Everett Koop
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #C60231)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #C60231?

RGB Value for #C60231 is rgb(198, 2, 49).

What is the RGB percentage of #C60231?

RGB percentage for #C60231 is 77% Red 0% Green 19% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #C60231?

CMYK Color Model of #C60231 is 0 Cyan 99 Magenta 75 Yellow 22 Black.

What is the HSL value of #C60231?

HSL Value of #C60231 is 346°(degrees) Hue 98 Saturation 39 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #C60231?

HSV Value of #C60231 is 346 Hue 99 Saturation 78 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #C60231?

XYZ Color Model of #C60231 is 23.87, 12.27, 4.02.