#979C57 Hex Color Code

#979C57

The Hexadecimal Color #979C57 is a contrast shade of Dark Khaki. #979C57 RGB value is rgb(151, 156, 87). RGB Color Model of #979C57 consists of 59% red, 61% green and 34% blue. HSL color Mode of #979C57 has 64°(degrees) Hue, 28% Saturation and 48% Lightness. #979C57 color has an wavelength of 579.7037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #979C57 is #99CC66. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #979C57 is #995. The Closest Color to #979C57 is #BDB76B. Official Name of #979C57 Hex Code is Barley Corn. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #979C57 is 3 Cyan 0 Magenta 44 Yellow 39 Black and #979C57 CMY is 3, 0, 44. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #979C57 is hsl(64,28,48, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(64, 44, 61). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #979C57 is 26.37, 31.04, 13.62.
Hex8 Value of #979C57 is #979C57FF. Decimal Value of #979C57 is 9935959 and Octal Value of #979C57 is 45716127. Binary Value of #979C57 is 10010111, 10011100, 1010111 and Android of #979C57 is 4288126039 / 0xff979c57. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #979C57 is 0.371, 0.437, 0.437 and YIQ Color Space of #979C57 is 146.639, 19.1902, -22.5303. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #979C57 is 30.45, 34.22, 13.9. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #979C57 is 62.54, -12.43, 35.39. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #979C57 is 62.54, 0.1, 45.48. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #979C57 is 62.54, 37.51, 109.35. Hunter Lab variable of #979C57 is 55.71, -13.01, 24.51.

#979C57 - Barley Corn Color Image
#979C57 - Barley Corn Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #979C57

RGB Percentages of #979C57

59%
61%
34%

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 #979C57

34.12%
61.18%
36.08%

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 #979C57

3%
0%
44%
39%

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 #979C57

To get 25% Saturated #979C57 Color, you need to convert the hex color #979C57 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 #979C57 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 #979C57

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 #979C57

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 #979C57

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 #979C57 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #979C57 to it's the darkest color.

#979C57 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(151, 156, 87)
RGB Percent 59%, 61%, 34%
RYB 87.0, 156.0, 92.0
CMYK 3, 0, 44, 39
CMY 3, 0, 44
HSL hsl(64, 28%, 48%)
HSLA hsl(64, 28%, 48%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(64, 44, 61)
XYZ 26.37, 31.04, 13.62
Hex8 Value #979C57FF
Decimal Value 9935959
Octal Value 45716127
Binary Value 10010111,10011100,1010111
Android 4288126039 / 0xff979c57
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(64, 28%, 48%)
xyY 0.371, 0.437, 31.045
YIQ 146.639, 19.1902, -22.5303
LMS 30.45, 34.22, 13.9
CieLAB 62.54, -12.43, 35.39
CieLUV : LCHuv 62.54, 0.1, 45.48
CieLCH : LCHab 62.54, 37.51, 109.35
Hunter Lab 55.71, -13.01, 24.51
YUV 146.639, -29.35, 3.82
YDbDr 146.639, -89.73, -8.31
YCbCr 141.94, 98.44, 130.73
YCoCg 137.5, 119.0, 18.5
YPbPr 146.64, -33.66, 3.11
Munsell Color System 11898.19 184.87/109.74

#979C57 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#979C57 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: #979C57">…</p>

#979C57 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: #979C57">…</p>

#979C57 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 #979C57">…</p>

#979C57 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, #979C57)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #979C57?

RGB Value for #979C57 is rgb(151, 156, 87).

What is the RGB percentage of #979C57?

RGB percentage for #979C57 is 59% Red 61% Green 34% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #979C57?

CMYK Color Model of #979C57 is 3 Cyan 0 Magenta 44 Yellow 39 Black.

What is the HSL value of #979C57?

HSL Value of #979C57 is 64°(degrees) Hue 28 Saturation 48 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #979C57?

HSV Value of #979C57 is 64 Hue 44 Saturation 61 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #979C57?

XYZ Color Model of #979C57 is 26.37, 31.04, 13.62.