#686C6C Hex Color Code

#686C6C

The Hexadecimal Color #686C6C is a contrast shade of Dim Gray. #686C6C RGB value is rgb(104, 108, 108). RGB Color Model of #686C6C consists of 40% red, 42% green and 42% blue. HSL color Mode of #686C6C has 180°(degrees) Hue, 2% Saturation and 42% Lightness. #686C6C color has an wavelength of 506.66667nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #686C6C is #999999. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #686C6C is #666. The Closest Color to #686C6C is #696969. Official Name of #686C6C Hex Code is Dove Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #686C6C is 4 Cyan 0 Magenta 0 Yellow 58 Black and #686C6C CMY is 4, 0, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #686C6C is hsl(180,2,42, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(180, 4, 42). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #686C6C is 13.78, 14.75, 16.31.
Hex8 Value of #686C6C is #686C6CFF. Decimal Value of #686C6C is 6843500 and Octal Value of #686C6C is 32066154. Binary Value of #686C6C is 1101000, 1101100, 1101100 and Android of #686C6C is 4285033580 / 0xff686c6c. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #686C6C is 0.307, 0.329, 0.329 and YIQ Color Space of #686C6C is 106.804, -2.3836, -0.846. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #686C6C is 13.79, 15.44, 16.28. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #686C6C is 45.29, -1.51, -0.54. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #686C6C is 45.29, -2.19, -0.5. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #686C6C is 45.29, 1.6, 199.68. Hunter Lab variable of #686C6C is 38.41, -3.16, 1.7.

#686C6C - Dove Gray Color Image
#686C6C - Dove Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #686C6C

RGB Percentages of #686C6C

40%
42%
42%

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 #686C6C

40.78%
41.57%
42.35%

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 #686C6C

4%
0%
0%
58%

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 #686C6C

To get 25% Saturated #686C6C Color, you need to convert the hex color #686C6C 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 #686C6C 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 #686C6C

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 #686C6C

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 #686C6C

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 #686C6C to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #686C6C to it's the darkest color.

#686C6C Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(104, 108, 108)
RGB Percent 40%, 42%, 42%
RYB 104.0, 106.0, 108.0
CMYK 4, 0, 0, 58
CMY 4, 0, 0
HSL hsl(180, 2%, 42%)
HSLA hsl(180, 2%, 42%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(180, 4, 42)
XYZ 13.78, 14.75, 16.31
Hex8 Value #686C6CFF
Decimal Value 6843500
Octal Value 32066154
Binary Value 1101000,1101100,1101100
Android 4285033580 / 0xff686c6c
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(180, 2%, 42%)
xyY 0.307, 0.329, 14.751
YIQ 106.804, -2.3836, -0.846
LMS 13.79, 15.44, 16.28
CieLAB 45.29, -1.51, -0.54
CieLUV : LCHuv 45.29, -2.19, -0.5
CieLCH : LCHab 45.29, 1.6, 199.68
Hunter Lab 38.41, -3.16, 1.7
YUV 106.804, 0.59, -2.46
YDbDr 106.804, 1.8, 5.33
YCbCr 107.73, 128.59, 126.24
YCoCg 107.0, 106.0, 1.0
YPbPr 106.8, 0.67, -2.0
Munsell Color System 10496.95 30.18/202.70

#686C6C HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#686C6C as Background:

I loved working when I worked at commercial art and they told you what to do and how to do it and all you had to do was correct it and they'd say yes or no. The hard thing is when you have to dream up the tasteless things to do on your own.

Andy Warhol
<p style="background: #686C6C">…</p>

#686C6C as Text Color:

Life is all too wondrous sweet, and the world is so beautifully bewildered; it is the dream of an intoxicated divinity.

Heinrich Heine
<p style="color: #686C6C">…</p>

#686C6C as Text Shadow:

Just keep trying, and your dreams will come true. But you have to give it all your time, effort, and soul.

Jenny McCarthy
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #686C6C">…</p>

#686C6C as Linear Gradient:

He would dream of discovering a magic optometrist from whom he would purchase a pair of green-tinged spectacles which would correct his regrettable myopia, and after that he would be able to see through the dense, blinding air to the fabulous world beneath.

Salman Rushdie
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #686C6C)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #686C6C?

RGB Value for #686C6C is rgb(104, 108, 108).

What is the RGB percentage of #686C6C?

RGB percentage for #686C6C is 40% Red 42% Green 42% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #686C6C?

CMYK Color Model of #686C6C is 4 Cyan 0 Magenta 0 Yellow 58 Black.

What is the HSL value of #686C6C?

HSL Value of #686C6C is 180°(degrees) Hue 2 Saturation 42 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #686C6C?

HSV Value of #686C6C is 180 Hue 4 Saturation 42 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #686C6C?

XYZ Color Model of #686C6C is 13.78, 14.75, 16.31.