#B9B497 Hex Color Code
#B9B497
The Hexadecimal Color #B9B497 is a contrast shade of Dark Gray. #B9B497 RGB value is rgb(185, 180, 151). RGB Color Model of #B9B497 consists of 72% red, 70% green and 59% blue. HSL color Mode of #B9B497 has 51°(degrees) Hue, 20% Saturation and 66% Lightness. #B9B497 color has an wavelength of 587.88889nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B9B497 is #CCCC99. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B9B497 is #BB9. The Closest Color to #B9B497 is #A9A9A9. Official Name of #B9B497 Hex Code is Heathered Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B9B497 is 0 Cyan 3 Magenta 18 Yellow 27 Black and #B9B497 CMY is 0, 3, 18. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B9B497 is hsl(51,20,66, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(51, 18, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B9B497 is 41.91, 45.19, 35.79.
Hex8 Value of #B9B497 is #B9B497FF. Decimal Value of #B9B497 is 12170391 and Octal Value of #B9B497 is 56332227. Binary Value of #B9B497 is 10111001, 10110100, 10010111 and Android of #B9B497 is 4290360471 / 0xffb9b497. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B9B497 is 0.341, 0.368, 0.368 and YIQ Color Space of #B9B497 is 178.189, 12.2972, -7.9673. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B9B497 is 44.31, 47.44, 35.94. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B9B497 is 73.02, -3.13, 15.45. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B9B497 is 73.02, 4.59, 22.17. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B9B497 is 73.02, 15.76, 101.45. Hunter Lab variable of #B9B497 is 67.22, -6.36, 15.49.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #B9B497
RGB Percentages of #B9B497
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 #B9B497
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 #B9B497
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 #B9B497
To get 25% Saturated #B9B497 Color, you need to convert the hex color #B9B497 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 #B9B497 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 #B9B497
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 #B9B497
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 #B9B497
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 #B9B497 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B9B497 to it's the darkest color.
#B9B497 Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(185, 180, 151) |
| RGB Percent | 72%, 70%, 59% |
| RYB | 156.86, 185.0, 151.0 |
| CMYK | 0, 3, 18, 27 |
| CMY | 0, 3, 18 |
| HSL | hsl(51, 20%, 66%) |
| HSLA | hsl(51, 20%, 66%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(51, 18, 73) |
| XYZ | 41.91, 45.19, 35.79 |
| Hex8 Value | #B9B497FF |
| Decimal Value | 12170391 |
| Octal Value | 56332227 |
| Binary Value | 10111001,10110100,10010111 |
| Android | 4290360471 / 0xffb9b497 |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(51, 20%, 66%) |
| xyY | 0.341, 0.368, 45.192 |
| YIQ | 178.189, 12.2972, -7.9673 |
| LMS | 44.31, 47.44, 35.94 |
| CieLAB | 73.02, -3.13, 15.45 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 73.02, 4.59, 22.17 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 73.02, 15.76, 101.45 |
| Hunter Lab | 67.22, -6.36, 15.49 |
| YUV | 178.189, -13.38, 5.97 |
| YDbDr | 178.189, -40.91, -12.96 |
| YCbCr | 169.03, 114.52, 132.27 |
| YCoCg | 174.0, 168.0, 6.0 |
| YPbPr | 178.19, -15.34, 4.86 |
| Munsell Color System | 12538.14 54.26/99.93 |
#B9B497 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#B9B497 as Background:
I enjoyed growing up part of my life in Virginia Beach. We had the ocean and the beach and a beautiful landscape.
<p style="background: #B9B497">…</p>#B9B497 as Text Color:
Nature intended me for the tranquil pursuits of science, by rendering them my supreme delight. But the enormities of the times in which I have lived, have forced me to take a part in resisting them, and to commit myself on the boisterous ocean of political passions.
<p style="color: #B9B497">…</p>#B9B497 as Text Shadow:
Poetry, music, forests, oceans, solitude-they were what developed enormous spiritual strength. I came to realize that spirit, as much or more than physical conditioning, had to be stored up before a race.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B9B497">…</p>#B9B497 as Linear Gradient:
Late, by myself, in the boat of myself, no light and no land anywhere, cloudcover thick. I try to stay just above the surface, yet I'm already under and living within the ocean.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B9B497)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #B9B497?
RGB Value for #B9B497 is rgb(185, 180, 151).
What is the RGB percentage of #B9B497?
RGB percentage for #B9B497 is 72% Red 70% Green 59% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B9B497?
CMYK Color Model of #B9B497 is 0 Cyan 3 Magenta 18 Yellow 27 Black.
What is the HSL value of #B9B497?
HSL Value of #B9B497 is 51°(degrees) Hue 20 Saturation 66 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #B9B497?
HSV Value of #B9B497 is 51 Hue 18 Saturation 73 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #B9B497?
XYZ Color Model of #B9B497 is 41.91, 45.19, 35.79.