#686F68 Hex Color Code

#686F68

The Hexadecimal Color #686F68 is a contrast shade of Dim Gray. #686F68 RGB value is rgb(104, 111, 104). RGB Color Model of #686F68 consists of 40% red, 43% green and 40% blue. HSL color Mode of #686F68 has 120°(degrees) Hue, 3% Saturation and 42% Lightness. #686F68 color has an wavelength of 544.44444nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #686F68 is #999999. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #686F68 is #676. The Closest Color to #686F68 is #696969. Official Name of #686F68 Hex Code is Dove Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #686F68 is 6 Cyan 0 Magenta 6 Yellow 56 Black and #686F68 CMY is 6, 0, 6. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #686F68 is hsl(120,3,42, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(120, 6, 44). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #686F68 is 13.89, 15.31, 15.32.
Hex8 Value of #686F68 is #686F68FF. Decimal Value of #686F68 is 6844264 and Octal Value of #686F68 is 32067550. Binary Value of #686F68 is 1101000, 1101111, 1101000 and Android of #686F68 is 4285034344 / 0xff686f68. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #686F68 is 0.312, 0.344, 0.344 and YIQ Color Space of #686F68 is 108.109, -1.9222, -3.6589. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #686F68 is 14.27, 16.31, 15.32. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #686F68 is 46.06, -4.12, 2.97. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #686F68 is 46.06, -3.55, 4.55. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #686F68 is 46.06, 5.08, 144.21. Hunter Lab variable of #686F68 is 39.13, -5.11, 4.18.

#686F68 - Dove Gray Color Image
#686F68 - Dove Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #686F68

RGB Percentages of #686F68

40%
43%
40%

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 #686F68

40.78%
43.53%
43.53%

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 #686F68

6%
0%
6%
56%

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 #686F68

To get 25% Saturated #686F68 Color, you need to convert the hex color #686F68 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 #686F68 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 #686F68

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 #686F68

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 #686F68

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 #686F68 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #686F68 to it's the darkest color.

#686F68 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(104, 111, 104)
RGB Percent 40%, 43%, 40%
RYB 104.0, 111.0, 111.0
CMYK 6, 0, 6, 56
CMY 6, 0, 6
HSL hsl(120, 3%, 42%)
HSLA hsl(120, 3%, 42%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(120, 6, 44)
XYZ 13.89, 15.31, 15.32
Hex8 Value #686F68FF
Decimal Value 6844264
Octal Value 32067550
Binary Value 1101000,1101111,1101000
Android 4285034344 / 0xff686f68
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(120, 3%, 42%)
xyY 0.312, 0.344, 15.311
YIQ 108.109, -1.9222, -3.6589
LMS 14.27, 16.31, 15.32
CieLAB 46.06, -4.12, 2.97
CieLUV : LCHuv 46.06, -3.55, 4.55
CieLCH : LCHab 46.06, 5.08, 144.21
Hunter Lab 39.13, -5.11, 4.18
YUV 108.109, -2.02, -3.6
YDbDr 108.109, -6.18, 7.81
YCbCr 108.85, 125.96, 125.43
YCoCg 107.5, 104.0, 3.5
YPbPr 108.11, -2.32, -2.93
Munsell Color System 10567.87 43.96/152.60

#686F68 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#686F68 as Background:

The sea was indistinguishable from the sky, except that the sea was slightly creased as if a cloth had wrinkles in it.

Virginia Woolf
<p style="background: #686F68">…</p>

#686F68 as Text Color:

Well might the ancients make silence a god; for it is the element of all godhood, infinitude, or transcendental greatness,--at once the source and the ocean wherein all such begins and ends.

Thomas Carlyle
<p style="color: #686F68">…</p>

#686F68 as Text Shadow:

Nowhere on the shore is the relation of a creature to its surroundings a matter of a single cause and effect; each living thing is bound to its world by many threads, weaving the intricate design of the fabric of life.

Rachel Carson
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #686F68">…</p>

#686F68 as Linear Gradient:

Our desire must be like a slow and stately ship, sailing across endless oceans, never in search of safe anchorage. Then suddenly, unexpectedly, it will find mooring for a moment.

Etty Hillesum
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #686F68)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #686F68?

RGB Value for #686F68 is rgb(104, 111, 104).

What is the RGB percentage of #686F68?

RGB percentage for #686F68 is 40% Red 43% Green 40% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #686F68?

CMYK Color Model of #686F68 is 6 Cyan 0 Magenta 6 Yellow 56 Black.

What is the HSL value of #686F68?

HSL Value of #686F68 is 120°(degrees) Hue 3 Saturation 42 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #686F68?

HSV Value of #686F68 is 120 Hue 6 Saturation 44 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #686F68?

XYZ Color Model of #686F68 is 13.89, 15.31, 15.32.