#B38BBD Hex Color Code

#B38BBD

The Hexadecimal Color #B38BBD is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #B38BBD RGB value is rgb(179, 139, 189). RGB Color Model of #B38BBD consists of 70% red, 54% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #B38BBD has 288°(degrees) Hue, 27% Saturation and 64% Lightness. #B38BBD color has an wavelength of 438.66667nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B38BBD is #CC99CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B38BBD is #B8B. The Closest Color to #B38BBD is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #B38BBD Hex Code is Amethyst Smoke. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B38BBD is 5 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black and #B38BBD CMY is 5, 26, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B38BBD is hsl(288,27,64, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(288, 26, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B38BBD is 37.01, 31.72, 52.31.
Hex8 Value of #B38BBD is #B38BBDFF. Decimal Value of #B38BBD is 11766717 and Octal Value of #B38BBD is 54705675. Binary Value of #B38BBD is 10110011, 10001011, 10111101 and Android of #B38BBD is 4289956797 / 0xffb38bbd. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B38BBD is 0.306, 0.262, 0.262 and YIQ Color Space of #B38BBD is 156.66, 7.771, 24.02. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B38BBD is 32.25, 28.12, 51.98. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B38BBD is 63.11, 24.12, -20.24. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B38BBD is 63.11, 19.04, -34.54. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B38BBD is 63.11, 31.49, 320.0. Hunter Lab variable of #B38BBD is 56.32, 18.74, -15.64.

#B38BBD - Amethyst Smoke Color Image
#B38BBD - Amethyst Smoke Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B38BBD

RGB Percentages of #B38BBD

70%
54%
74%

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 #B38BBD

70.2%
54.51%
74.12%

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 #B38BBD

5%
26%
0%
26%

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 #B38BBD

To get 25% Saturated #B38BBD Color, you need to convert the hex color #B38BBD 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 #B38BBD 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 #B38BBD

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 #B38BBD

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 #B38BBD

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 #B38BBD to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B38BBD to it's the darkest color.

#B38BBD Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(179, 139, 189)
RGB Percent 70%, 54%, 74%
RYB 179.0, 139.0, 189.0
CMYK 5, 26, 0, 26
CMY 5, 26, 0
HSL hsl(288, 27%, 64%)
HSLA hsl(288, 27%, 64%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(288, 26, 74)
XYZ 37.01, 31.72, 52.31
Hex8 Value #B38BBDFF
Decimal Value 11766717
Octal Value 54705675
Binary Value 10110011,10001011,10111101
Android 4289956797 / 0xffb38bbd
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(288, 27%, 64%)
xyY 0.306, 0.262, 31.724
YIQ 156.66, 7.771, 24.02
LMS 32.25, 28.12, 51.98
CieLAB 63.11, 24.12, -20.24
CieLUV : LCHuv 63.11, 19.04, -34.54
CieLCH : LCHab 63.11, 31.49, 320.0
Hunter Lab 56.32, 18.74, -15.64
YUV 156.66, 15.92, 19.6
YDbDr 156.66, 48.65, -42.47
YCbCr 150.54, 144.03, 142.0
YCoCg 161.5, 184.0, -22.5
YPbPr 156.66, 18.25, 15.93
Munsell Color System 11995.97 132.64/317.81

#B38BBD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B38BBD as Background:

Love, whether newly born, or aroused from a deathlike slumber, must always create sunshine, filling the heart so full of radiance, this it overflows upon the outward world.

Nathaniel Hawthorne
<p style="background: #B38BBD">…</p>

#B38BBD as Text Color:

Regret for the things we did can be tempered by time; it is regret for the things we did not do that is inconsolable.

Sydney J. Harris
<p style="color: #B38BBD">…</p>

#B38BBD as Text Shadow:

We really have to understand the person we want to love. If our love is only a will to possess, it is not love. If we only think of ourselves, if we know only our own needs and ignore the needs of the other person, we cannot love.

Nhat Hanh
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B38BBD">…</p>

#B38BBD as Linear Gradient:

A bell's not a bell 'til you ring it, A song's not a song 'til you sing it, Love in your heart wasn't put there to stay, Love isn't love 'til you give it away!

Oscar Hammerstein II
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B38BBD)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B38BBD?

RGB Value for #B38BBD is rgb(179, 139, 189).

What is the RGB percentage of #B38BBD?

RGB percentage for #B38BBD is 70% Red 54% Green 74% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B38BBD?

CMYK Color Model of #B38BBD is 5 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B38BBD?

HSL Value of #B38BBD is 288°(degrees) Hue 27 Saturation 64 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B38BBD?

HSV Value of #B38BBD is 288 Hue 26 Saturation 74 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B38BBD?

XYZ Color Model of #B38BBD is 37.01, 31.72, 52.31.