#B9B995 Hex Color Code

#B9B995

The Hexadecimal Color #B9B995 is a contrast shade of Tan. #B9B995 RGB value is rgb(185, 185, 149). RGB Color Model of #B9B995 consists of 72% red, 72% green and 58% blue. HSL color Mode of #B9B995 has 60°(degrees) Hue, 20% Saturation and 65% Lightness. #B9B995 color has an wavelength of 582.22222nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #B9B995 is #CCCC99. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #B9B995 is #BB9. The Closest Color to #B9B995 is #D2B48C. Official Name of #B9B995 Hex Code is Heathered Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #B9B995 is 0 Cyan 0 Magenta 19 Yellow 27 Black and #B9B995 CMY is 0, 0, 19. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #B9B995 is hsl(60,20,65, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(60, 19, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #B9B995 is 42.78, 47.18, 35.28.
Hex8 Value of #B9B995 is #B9B995FF. Decimal Value of #B9B995 is 12171669 and Octal Value of #B9B995 is 56334625. Binary Value of #B9B995 is 10111001, 10111001, 10010101 and Android of #B9B995 is 4290361749 / 0xffb9b995. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #B9B995 is 0.342, 0.377, 0.377 and YIQ Color Space of #B9B995 is 180.896, 11.5668, -11.2032. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #B9B995 is 45.89, 50.2, 35.46. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #B9B995 is 74.3, -6.06, 18.33. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #B9B995 is 74.3, 1.93, 26.58. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #B9B995 is 74.3, 19.31, 108.29. Hunter Lab variable of #B9B995 is 68.69, -9.03, 17.63.

#B9B995 - Heathered Gray Color Image
#B9B995 - Heathered Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #B9B995

RGB Percentages of #B9B995

72%
72%
58%

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 #B9B995

58.43%
72.55%
58.43%

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 #B9B995

0%
0%
19%
27%

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 #B9B995

To get 25% Saturated #B9B995 Color, you need to convert the hex color #B9B995 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 #B9B995 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 #B9B995

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 #B9B995

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 #B9B995

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 #B9B995 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #B9B995 to it's the darkest color.

#B9B995 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(185, 185, 149)
RGB Percent 72%, 72%, 58%
RYB 149.0, 185.0, 149.0
CMYK 0, 0, 19, 27
CMY 0, 0, 19
HSL hsl(60, 20%, 65%)
HSLA hsl(60, 20%, 65%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(60, 19, 73)
XYZ 42.78, 47.18, 35.28
Hex8 Value #B9B995FF
Decimal Value 12171669
Octal Value 56334625
Binary Value 10111001,10111001,10010101
Android 4290361749 / 0xffb9b995
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(60, 20%, 65%)
xyY 0.342, 0.377, 47.183
YIQ 180.896, 11.5668, -11.2032
LMS 45.89, 50.2, 35.46
CieLAB 74.3, -6.06, 18.33
CieLUV : LCHuv 74.3, 1.93, 26.58
CieLCH : LCHab 74.3, 19.31, 108.29
Hunter Lab 68.69, -9.03, 17.63
YUV 180.896, -15.7, 3.6
YDbDr 180.896, -47.99, -7.81
YCbCr 171.36, 112.19, 130.57
YCoCg 176.0, 167.0, 9.0
YPbPr 180.9, -18.0, 2.93
Munsell Color System 12600.64 66.02/106.94

#B9B995 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#B9B995 as Background:

It is better to be loved by one person who knows your soul than millions who don't even know your phone number.

Richard Paul Evans
<p style="background: #B9B995">…</p>

#B9B995 as Text Color:

To love someone is to acknowledge the goodness of who they are. Through loving a person we awaken their awareness of their own innate goodness. It is as though they cannot know how worthy they are until they look into the mirror of our love and see themselves.

John Gray
<p style="color: #B9B995">…</p>

#B9B995 as Text Shadow:

The story of human intimacy is one of constantly allowing ourselves to see those we love most deeply in a new, more fractured light. Look hard. Risk that.

Cheryl Strayed
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #B9B995">…</p>

#B9B995 as Linear Gradient:

When I pray for another person, I am praying for God to open my eyes so that I can see that person as God does, and then enter into the stream of love that God already directs toward that person.

Philip Yancey
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #B9B995)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #B9B995?

RGB Value for #B9B995 is rgb(185, 185, 149).

What is the RGB percentage of #B9B995?

RGB percentage for #B9B995 is 72% Red 72% Green 58% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #B9B995?

CMYK Color Model of #B9B995 is 0 Cyan 0 Magenta 19 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #B9B995?

HSL Value of #B9B995 is 60°(degrees) Hue 20 Saturation 65 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #B9B995?

HSV Value of #B9B995 is 60 Hue 19 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #B9B995?

XYZ Color Model of #B9B995 is 42.78, 47.18, 35.28.