#CC172C Hex Color Code
#CC172C
The Hexadecimal Color #CC172C is a contrast shade of Crimson. #CC172C RGB value is rgb(204, 23, 44). RGB Color Model of #CC172C consists of 80% red, 9% green and 17% blue. HSL color Mode of #CC172C has 353°(degrees) Hue, 80% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #CC172C color has an wavelength of 397.74074nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #CC172C is #FF3333. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #CC172C is #C13. The Closest Color to #CC172C is #DC143C. Official Name of #CC172C Hex Code is Cardinal. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #CC172C is 0 Cyan 89 Magenta 78 Yellow 20 Black and #CC172C CMY is 0, 89, 78. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #CC172C is hsl(353,80,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(353, 89, 80). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #CC172C is 25.67, 13.64, 3.66.
Hex8 Value of #CC172C is #CC172CFF. Decimal Value of #CC172C is 13375276 and Octal Value of #CC172C is 63013454. Binary Value of #CC172C is 11001100, 10111, 101100 and Android of #CC172C is 4291565356 / 0xffcc172c. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #CC172C is 0.597, 0.317, 0.317 and YIQ Color Space of #CC172C is 79.513, 101.1106, 44.8167. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #CC172C is 24.08, 5.11, 3.86. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #CC172C is 43.71, 65.82, 38.41. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #CC172C is 43.71, 129.44, 23.01. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #CC172C is 43.71, 76.21, 30.27. Hunter Lab variable of #CC172C is 36.93, 59.44, 19.98.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #CC172C
RGB Percentages of #CC172C
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 #CC172C
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 #CC172C
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 #CC172C
To get 25% Saturated #CC172C Color, you need to convert the hex color #CC172C 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 #CC172C 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 #CC172C
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 #CC172C
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 #CC172C
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 #CC172C to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #CC172C to it's the darkest color.
#CC172C Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(204, 23, 44) |
| RGB Percent | 80%, 9%, 17% |
| RYB | 204.0, 23.0, 44.0 |
| CMYK | 0, 89, 78, 20 |
| CMY | 0, 89, 78 |
| HSL | hsl(353, 80%, 45%) |
| HSLA | hsl(353, 80%, 45%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(353, 89, 80) |
| XYZ | 25.67, 13.64, 3.66 |
| Hex8 Value | #CC172CFF |
| Decimal Value | 13375276 |
| Octal Value | 63013454 |
| Binary Value | 11001100,10111,101100 |
| Android | 4291565356 / 0xffcc172c |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(353, 80%, 45%) |
| xyY | 0.597, 0.317, 13.636 |
| YIQ | 79.513, 101.1106, 44.8167 |
| LMS | 24.08, 5.11, 3.86 |
| CieLAB | 43.71, 65.82, 38.41 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 43.71, 129.44, 23.01 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 43.71, 76.21, 30.27 |
| Hunter Lab | 36.93, 59.44, 19.98 |
| YUV | 79.513, -17.45, 109.21 |
| YDbDr | 79.513, -53.46, -236.72 |
| YCbCr | 84.29, 110.4, 206.0 |
| YCoCg | 73.5, 124.0, -50.5 |
| YPbPr | 79.51, -20.04, 88.79 |
| Munsell Color System | 10779.62 499.71/40.19 |
#CC172C HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#CC172C as Background:
My mother used to say that there are no strangers, only friends you haven't met yet. She's now in a maximum security twilight home in Australia
<p style="background: #CC172C">…</p>#CC172C as Text Color:
I'd like to be the sort of friend that you have been to me. I'd like to be the help that you've been always glad to be; I'd like to mean as much to you each minute of the day, as you have meant, old friend of mine, to me along the way.
<p style="color: #CC172C">…</p>#CC172C as Text Shadow:
Some people need a red carpet rolled out in front of them in order to walk forward into friendship. They can't see the tiny outstretched hands all around them, everywhere, like leaves on trees.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #CC172C">…</p>#CC172C as Linear Gradient:
It is difficult to say who do you the most mischief, enemies with the worst intentions, or friends with the best.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #CC172C)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #CC172C?
RGB Value for #CC172C is rgb(204, 23, 44).
What is the RGB percentage of #CC172C?
RGB percentage for #CC172C is 80% Red 9% Green 17% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #CC172C?
CMYK Color Model of #CC172C is 0 Cyan 89 Magenta 78 Yellow 20 Black.
What is the HSL value of #CC172C?
HSL Value of #CC172C is 353°(degrees) Hue 80 Saturation 45 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #CC172C?
HSV Value of #CC172C is 353 Hue 89 Saturation 80 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #CC172C?
XYZ Color Model of #CC172C is 25.67, 13.64, 3.66.