#B8A798 Hex Color Code

#B8A798

The Hexadecimal Color #B8A798 is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #B8A798 RGB value is rgb(184, 167, 152). RGB Color Model of #B8A798 consists of 72% red, 65% green and 59% blue. HSL color Mode of #B8A798 has 28°(degrees) Hue, 18% Saturation and 66% Lightness. #B8A798 color has an wavelength of 602.37037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B8A798 is #CCCC99. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B8A798 is #BA9. The Closest Color to #B8A798 is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #B8A798 Hex Code is Taupe Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B8A798 is 0 Cyan 9 Magenta 17 Yellow 28 Black and #B8A798 CMY is 0, 9, 17. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B8A798 is hsl(28,18,66, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(28, 17, 72). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B8A798 is 39.25, 40.1, 35.37.
Hex8 Value of #B8A798 is #B8A798FF. Decimal Value of #B8A798 is 12101528 and Octal Value of #B8A798 is 56123630. Binary Value of #B8A798 is 10111000, 10100111, 10011000 and Android of #B8A798 is 4290291608 / 0xffb8a798. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B8A798 is 0.342, 0.35, 0.35 and YIQ Color Space of #B8A798 is 170.373, 14.9498, -1.0725. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B8A798 is 40.25, 40.67, 35.45. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B8A798 is 69.54, 3.63, 10.0. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B8A798 is 69.54, 11.19, 13.44. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B8A798 is 69.54, 10.64, 70.05. Hunter Lab variable of #B8A798 is 63.32, -0.18, 11.21.

#B8A798 - Taupe Gray Color Image
#B8A798 - Taupe Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B8A798

RGB Percentages of #B8A798

72%
65%
59%

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 #B8A798

72.16%
70.68%
59.61%

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 #B8A798

0%
9%
17%
28%

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 #B8A798

To get 25% Saturated #B8A798 Color, you need to convert the hex color #B8A798 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 #B8A798 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 #B8A798

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 #B8A798

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 #B8A798

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 #B8A798 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B8A798 to it's the darkest color.

#B8A798 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(184, 167, 152)
RGB Percent 72%, 65%, 59%
RYB 184.0, 180.24, 152.0
CMYK 0, 9, 17, 28
CMY 0, 9, 17
HSL hsl(28, 18%, 66%)
HSLA hsl(28, 18%, 66%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(28, 17, 72)
XYZ 39.25, 40.1, 35.37
Hex8 Value #B8A798FF
Decimal Value 12101528
Octal Value 56123630
Binary Value 10111000,10100111,10011000
Android 4290291608 / 0xffb8a798
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(28, 18%, 66%)
xyY 0.342, 0.35, 40.096
YIQ 170.373, 14.9498, -1.0725
LMS 40.25, 40.67, 35.45
CieLAB 69.54, 3.63, 10.0
CieLUV : LCHuv 69.54, 11.19, 13.44
CieLCH : LCHab 69.54, 10.64, 70.05
Hunter Lab 63.32, -0.18, 11.21
YUV 170.373, -9.04, 11.96
YDbDr 170.373, -27.65, -25.92
YCbCr 162.32, 118.89, 136.54
YCoCg 167.5, 168.0, -0.5
YPbPr 170.37, -10.37, 9.72
Munsell Color System 12360.11 38.17/67.24

#B8A798 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B8A798 as Background:

That faeries have forgotten the Tapestry; that is the greatest tragedy of all. It's the fabric of all creation and it's woven of dreams, the dreams of the Djinn. Dreams are real, Magpie. They're seed and water and sun. They're everything.

Laini Taylor
<p style="background: #B8A798">…</p>

#B8A798 as Text Color:

We thought we were the only thinking beings in the universe, until we met you, but never did we dream that thought could arise from the lonely animals who cannot dream each other's dreams

Orson Scott Card
<p style="color: #B8A798">…</p>

#B8A798 as Text Shadow:

And, as always happens, and happens far too soon, the strange and wonderful becomes a memory and a memory becomes a dream. Tomorrow it's gone.

Terry Pratchett
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B8A798">…</p>

#B8A798 as Linear Gradient:

...What you are is a force--a force that makes it possible for your body to live, a force that makes it possible for your whole mind to dream...You are life

Miguel Angel Ruiz
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B8A798)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B8A798?

RGB Value for #B8A798 is rgb(184, 167, 152).

What is the RGB percentage of #B8A798?

RGB percentage for #B8A798 is 72% Red 65% Green 59% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B8A798?

CMYK Color Model of #B8A798 is 0 Cyan 9 Magenta 17 Yellow 28 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B8A798?

HSL Value of #B8A798 is 28°(degrees) Hue 18 Saturation 66 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B8A798?

HSV Value of #B8A798 is 28 Hue 17 Saturation 72 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B8A798?

XYZ Color Model of #B8A798 is 39.25, 40.1, 35.37.