#C9278C Hex Color Code

#C9278C

The Hexadecimal Color #C9278C is a contrast shade of Medium Violet Red. #C9278C RGB value is rgb(201, 39, 140). RGB Color Model of #C9278C consists of 78% red, 15% green and 54% blue. HSL color Mode of #C9278C has 323°(degrees) Hue, 68% Saturation and 47% Lightness. #C9278C color has an wavelength of 416.62963nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #C9278C is #CC3399. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #C9278C is #C28. The Closest Color to #C9278C is #C71585. Official Name of #C9278C Hex Code is Cerise. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #C9278C is 0 Cyan 81 Magenta 30 Yellow 21 Black and #C9278C CMY is 0, 81, 30. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #C9278C is hsl(323,68,47, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(323, 81, 79). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #C9278C is 29.55, 15.77, 26.29.
Hex8 Value of #C9278C is #C9278CFF. Decimal Value of #C9278C is 13182860 and Octal Value of #C9278C is 62223614. Binary Value of #C9278C is 11001001, 100111, 10001100 and Android of #C9278C is 4291372940 / 0xffc9278c. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #C9278C is 0.413, 0.22, 0.22 and YIQ Color Space of #C9278C is 98.952, 64.0845, 65.6942. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #C9278C is 24.16, 6.14, 26.16. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #C9278C is 46.67, 68.59, -16.49. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #C9278C is 46.67, 87.85, -34.54. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #C9278C is 46.67, 70.54, 346.48. Hunter Lab variable of #C9278C is 39.71, 63.33, -11.45.

#C9278C - Cerise Color Image
#C9278C - Cerise Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #C9278C

RGB Percentages of #C9278C

78%
15%
54%

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 #C9278C

78.82%
15.29%
54.9%

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 #C9278C

0%
81%
30%
21%

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 #C9278C

To get 25% Saturated #C9278C Color, you need to convert the hex color #C9278C 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 #C9278C 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 #C9278C

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 #C9278C

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 #C9278C

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 #C9278C to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #C9278C to it's the darkest color.

#C9278C Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(201, 39, 140)
RGB Percent 78%, 15%, 54%
RYB 201.0, 39.0, 140.0
CMYK 0, 81, 30, 21
CMY 0, 81, 30
HSL hsl(323, 68%, 47%)
HSLA hsl(323, 68%, 47%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(323, 81, 79)
XYZ 29.55, 15.77, 26.29
Hex8 Value #C9278CFF
Decimal Value 13182860
Octal Value 62223614
Binary Value 11001001,100111,10001100
Android 4291372940 / 0xffc9278c
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(323, 68%, 47%)
xyY 0.413, 0.22, 15.766
YIQ 98.952, 64.0845, 65.6942
LMS 24.16, 6.14, 26.16
CieLAB 46.67, 68.59, -16.49
CieLUV : LCHuv 46.67, 87.85, -34.54
CieLCH : LCHab 46.67, 70.54, 346.48
Hunter Lab 39.71, 63.33, -11.45
YUV 98.952, 20.22, 89.53
YDbDr 98.952, 61.73, -194.03
YCbCr 100.98, 148.35, 191.94
YCoCg 104.75, 170.5, -65.75
YPbPr 98.95, 23.16, 72.79
Munsell Color System 11016.05 457.62/351.79

#C9278C HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#C9278C as Background:

The family - that dear octopus from whose tentacles we never quite escape, nor, in our inmost hearts, ever quite wish to.

Dodie Smith
<p style="background: #C9278C">…</p>

#C9278C as Text Color:

Family life itself, that safest, most traditional, most approved of female choices, is not a sanctuary: It is, perpetually, a dangerous place.

Margaret Drabble
<p style="color: #C9278C">…</p>

#C9278C as Text Shadow:

The left dismisses talk about the collapse of family life and talks instead about the emergence of the growing new diversity of family types.

Christopher Lasch
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #C9278C">…</p>

#C9278C as Linear Gradient:

If minutes were kept of a family gathering, they would show that "Members not Present" and "Subjects Discussed" were one and the same.

Robert Breault
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #C9278C)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #C9278C?

RGB Value for #C9278C is rgb(201, 39, 140).

What is the RGB percentage of #C9278C?

RGB percentage for #C9278C is 78% Red 15% Green 54% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #C9278C?

CMYK Color Model of #C9278C is 0 Cyan 81 Magenta 30 Yellow 21 Black.

What is the HSL value of #C9278C?

HSL Value of #C9278C is 323°(degrees) Hue 68 Saturation 47 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #C9278C?

HSV Value of #C9278C is 323 Hue 81 Saturation 79 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #C9278C?

XYZ Color Model of #C9278C is 29.55, 15.77, 26.29.