#C9C242 Hex Color Code
#C9C242
The Hexadecimal Color #C9C242 is a contrast shade of Dark Khaki. #C9C242 RGB value is rgb(201, 194, 66). RGB Color Model of #C9C242 consists of 78% red, 76% green and 25% blue. HSL color Mode of #C9C242 has 57°(degrees) Hue, 56% Saturation and 52% Lightness. #C9C242 color has an wavelength of 584.11111nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #C9C242 is #CCCC66. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #C9C242 is #CB4. The Closest Color to #C9C242 is #BDB76B. Official Name of #C9C242 Hex Code is Wattle. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #C9C242 is 0 Cyan 3 Magenta 67 Yellow 21 Black and #C9C242 CMY is 0, 3, 67. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #C9C242 is hsl(57,56,52, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(57, 67, 79). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #C9C242 is 44.36, 51.4, 12.74.
Hex8 Value of #C9C242 is #C9C242FF. Decimal Value of #C9C242 is 13222466 and Octal Value of #C9C242 is 62341102. Binary Value of #C9C242 is 11001001, 11000010, 1000010 and Android of #C9C242 is 4291412546 / 0xffc9c242. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #C9C242 is 0.409, 0.474, 0.474 and YIQ Color Space of #C9C242 is 181.501, 45.2977, -38.3531. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #C9C242 is 52.52, 56.12, 13.36. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #C9C242 is 76.92, -12.68, 62.39. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #C9C242 is 76.92, 10.04, 73.6. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #C9C242 is 76.92, 63.67, 101.49. Hunter Lab variable of #C9C242 is 71.69, -15.02, 39.65.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #C9C242
RGB Percentages of #C9C242
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 #C9C242
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 #C9C242
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 #C9C242
To get 25% Saturated #C9C242 Color, you need to convert the hex color #C9C242 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 #C9C242 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 #C9C242
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 #C9C242
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 #C9C242
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 #C9C242 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #C9C242 to it's the darkest color.
#C9C242 Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(201, 194, 66) |
| RGB Percent | 78%, 76%, 25% |
| RYB | 73.38, 201.0, 66.0 |
| CMYK | 0, 3, 67, 21 |
| CMY | 0, 3, 67 |
| HSL | hsl(57, 56%, 52%) |
| HSLA | hsl(57, 56%, 52%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(57, 67, 79) |
| XYZ | 44.36, 51.4, 12.74 |
| Hex8 Value | #C9C242FF |
| Decimal Value | 13222466 |
| Octal Value | 62341102 |
| Binary Value | 11001001,11000010,1000010 |
| Android | 4291412546 / 0xffc9c242 |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(57, 56%, 52%) |
| xyY | 0.409, 0.474, 51.396 |
| YIQ | 181.501, 45.2977, -38.3531 |
| LMS | 52.52, 56.12, 13.36 |
| CieLAB | 76.92, -12.68, 62.39 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 76.92, 10.04, 73.6 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 76.92, 63.67, 101.49 |
| Hunter Lab | 71.69, -15.02, 39.65 |
| YUV | 181.501, -56.84, 17.1 |
| YDbDr | 181.501, -173.77, -37.11 |
| YCbCr | 171.88, 70.74, 140.22 |
| YCoCg | 163.75, 133.5, 30.25 |
| YPbPr | 181.5, -65.18, 13.91 |
| Munsell Color System | 12720.61 262.77/106.56 |
#C9C242 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#C9C242 as Background:
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<p style="background: #C9C242">…</p>#C9C242 as Text Color:
If a man can write a better book, preach a better sermon, or make a better mousetrap than his neighbor, though he build his house in the woods, the world will make a beaten path to his door.
<p style="color: #C9C242">…</p>#C9C242 as Text Shadow:
Think of success as a game of chance in which you have control over the odds. As you begin to master concepts in personal achievement, you are increasing your odds of achieving success.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #C9C242">…</p>#C9C242 as Linear Gradient:
A thinker sees his own actions as experiments and questions--as attempts to find out something. Success and failure are for him answers above all.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #C9C242)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #C9C242?
RGB Value for #C9C242 is rgb(201, 194, 66).
What is the RGB percentage of #C9C242?
RGB percentage for #C9C242 is 78% Red 76% Green 25% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #C9C242?
CMYK Color Model of #C9C242 is 0 Cyan 3 Magenta 67 Yellow 21 Black.
What is the HSL value of #C9C242?
HSL Value of #C9C242 is 57°(degrees) Hue 56 Saturation 52 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #C9C242?
HSV Value of #C9C242 is 57 Hue 67 Saturation 79 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #C9C242?
XYZ Color Model of #C9C242 is 44.36, 51.4, 12.74.