#CC123C Hex Color Code

#CC123C

The Hexadecimal Color #CC123C is a contrast shade of Crimson. #CC123C RGB value is rgb(204, 18, 60). RGB Color Model of #CC123C consists of 80% red, 7% green and 23% blue. HSL color Mode of #CC123C has 346°(degrees) Hue, 84% Saturation and 44% Lightness. #CC123C color has an wavelength of 402.14815nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #CC123C is #FF3366. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #CC123C is #C14. The Closest Color to #CC123C is #DC143C. Official Name of #CC123C Hex Code is Cardinal. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #CC123C is 0 Cyan 91 Magenta 71 Yellow 20 Black and #CC123C CMY is 0, 91, 71. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #CC123C is hsl(346,84,44, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(346, 91, 80). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #CC123C is 25.94, 13.6, 5.53.
Hex8 Value of #CC123C is #CC123CFF. Decimal Value of #CC123C is 13374012 and Octal Value of #CC123C is 63011074. Binary Value of #CC123C is 11001100, 10010, 111100 and Android of #CC123C is 4291564092 / 0xffcc123c. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #CC123C is 0.575, 0.302, 0.302 and YIQ Color Space of #CC123C is 78.402, 97.3428, 52.4094. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #CC123C is 23.95, 4.87, 5.7. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #CC123C is 43.65, 67.2, 28.79. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #CC123C is 43.65, 126.58, 15.97. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #CC123C is 43.65, 73.11, 23.19. Hunter Lab variable of #CC123C is 36.88, 61.02, 16.92.

#CC123C - Cardinal Color Image
#CC123C - Cardinal Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #CC123C

RGB Percentages of #CC123C

80%
7%
23%

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 #CC123C

80.0%
7.06%
23.53%

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 #CC123C

0%
91%
71%
20%

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 #CC123C

To get 25% Saturated #CC123C Color, you need to convert the hex color #CC123C 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 #CC123C 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 #CC123C

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 #CC123C

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 #CC123C

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 #CC123C to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #CC123C to it's the darkest color.

#CC123C Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(204, 18, 60)
RGB Percent 80%, 7%, 23%
RYB 204.0, 18.0, 60.0
CMYK 0, 91, 71, 20
CMY 0, 91, 71
HSL hsl(346, 84%, 44%)
HSLA hsl(346, 84%, 44%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(346, 91, 80)
XYZ 25.94, 13.6, 5.53
Hex8 Value #CC123CFF
Decimal Value 13374012
Octal Value 63011074
Binary Value 11001100,10010,111100
Android 4291564092 / 0xffcc123c
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(346, 84%, 44%)
xyY 0.575, 0.302, 13.6
YIQ 78.402, 97.3428, 52.4094
LMS 23.95, 4.87, 5.7
CieLAB 43.65, 67.2, 28.79
CieLUV : LCHuv 43.65, 126.58, 15.97
CieLCH : LCHab 43.65, 73.11, 23.19
Hunter Lab 36.88, 61.02, 16.92
YUV 78.402, -9.03, 110.19
YDbDr 78.402, -27.71, -238.82
YCbCr 83.33, 118.88, 206.69
YCoCg 75.0, 132.0, -57.0
YPbPr 78.4, -10.39, 89.58
Munsell Color System 10796.72 481.93/28.94

#CC123C HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#CC123C as Background:

To make knowledge productive, we will have to learn to see both forest and tree. We will have to learn to connect.

Peter Drucker
<p style="background: #CC123C">…</p>

#CC123C as Text Color:

In science, probably ninety-nine percent of the knowable has to be discovered. We know only a few streaks about astronomy. We are only beginning to imagine the force and composition of the atom. Physics has not yet found any indivisible matter, or psychology a sensible soul.

Lincoln Steffens
<p style="color: #CC123C">…</p>

#CC123C as Text Shadow:

A science is not mere knowledge, it is knowledge which has undergone a process of intellectual digestion. It is the grasp of many things brought together in one, and hence is its power; for, properly speaking, it is Science that is power, not Knowledge.

John Henry Newman
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #CC123C">…</p>

#CC123C as Linear Gradient:

Criticism, though dignified from the earliest ages by the labours of men eminent for knowledge and sagacity, has not yet attained the certainty and stability of science.

Samuel Johnson
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #CC123C)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #CC123C?

RGB Value for #CC123C is rgb(204, 18, 60).

What is the RGB percentage of #CC123C?

RGB percentage for #CC123C is 80% Red 7% Green 23% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #CC123C?

CMYK Color Model of #CC123C is 0 Cyan 91 Magenta 71 Yellow 20 Black.

What is the HSL value of #CC123C?

HSL Value of #CC123C is 346°(degrees) Hue 84 Saturation 44 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #CC123C?

HSV Value of #CC123C is 346 Hue 91 Saturation 80 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #CC123C?

XYZ Color Model of #CC123C is 25.94, 13.6, 5.53.