#BBB9C1 Hex Color Code

#BBB9C1

The Hexadecimal Color #BBB9C1 is a contrast shade of Silver. #BBB9C1 RGB value is rgb(187, 185, 193). RGB Color Model of #BBB9C1 consists of 73% red, 72% green and 75% blue. HSL color Mode of #BBB9C1 has 255°(degrees) Hue, 6% Saturation and 74% Lightness. #BBB9C1 color has an wavelength of 459.44444nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #BBB9C1 is #CCCCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #BBB9C1 is #BBB. The Closest Color to #BBB9C1 is #C0C0C0. Official Name of #BBB9C1 Hex Code is French Gray. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #BBB9C1 is 3 Cyan 4 Magenta 0 Yellow 24 Black and #BBB9C1 CMY is 3, 4, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #BBB9C1 is hsl(255,6,74, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(255, 4, 76). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #BBB9C1 is 47.47, 49.11, 57.42.
Hex8 Value of #BBB9C1 is #BBB9C1FF. Decimal Value of #BBB9C1 is 12302785 and Octal Value of #BBB9C1 is 56734701. Binary Value of #BBB9C1 is 10111011, 10111001, 11000001 and Android of #BBB9C1 is 4290492865 / 0xffbbb9c1. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #BBB9C1 is 0.308, 0.319, 0.319 and YIQ Color Space of #BBB9C1 is 186.51, -1.3786, 2.9126. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #BBB9C1 is 46.56, 50.31, 57.28. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #BBB9C1 is 75.52, 2.22, -3.79. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #BBB9C1 is 75.52, 0.69, -6.09. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #BBB9C1 is 75.52, 4.39, 300.36. Hunter Lab variable of #BBB9C1 is 70.08, -1.72, 0.47.

#BBB9C1 - French Gray Color Image
#BBB9C1 - French Gray Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #BBB9C1

RGB Percentages of #BBB9C1

73%
72%
75%

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 #BBB9C1

73.33%
72.55%
75.69%

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 #BBB9C1

3%
4%
0%
24%

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 #BBB9C1

To get 25% Saturated #BBB9C1 Color, you need to convert the hex color #BBB9C1 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 #BBB9C1 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 #BBB9C1

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 #BBB9C1

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 #BBB9C1

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 #BBB9C1 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #BBB9C1 to it's the darkest color.

#BBB9C1 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(187, 185, 193)
RGB Percent 73%, 72%, 75%
RYB 187.0, 185.0, 193.0
CMYK 3, 4, 0, 24
CMY 3, 4, 0
HSL hsl(255, 6%, 74%)
HSLA hsl(255, 6%, 74%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(255, 4, 76)
XYZ 47.47, 49.11, 57.42
Hex8 Value #BBB9C1FF
Decimal Value 12302785
Octal Value 56734701
Binary Value 10111011,10111001,11000001
Android 4290492865 / 0xffbbb9c1
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(255, 6%, 74%)
xyY 0.308, 0.319, 49.113
YIQ 186.51, -1.3786, 2.9126
LMS 46.56, 50.31, 57.28
CieLAB 75.52, 2.22, -3.79
CieLUV : LCHuv 75.52, 0.69, -6.09
CieLCH : LCHab 75.52, 4.39, 300.36
Hunter Lab 70.08, -1.72, 0.47
YUV 186.51, 3.19, 0.43
YDbDr 186.51, 9.76, -0.93
YCbCr 176.18, 131.22, 128.31
YCoCg 187.5, 190.0, -2.5
YPbPr 186.51, 3.66, 0.35
Munsell Color System 12664.56 23.51/272.67

#BBB9C1 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#BBB9C1 as Background:

And now here is my secret, a very simple secret; it is only with the heart that one can see rightly, what is essential is invisible to the eye.

Antoine de Saint-Exupery
<p style="background: #BBB9C1">…</p>

#BBB9C1 as Text Color:

We conceal it from ourselves in vain - we must always love something. In those matters seemingly removed from love, the feeling is secretly to be found, and man cannot possibly live for a moment without it.

Blaise Pascal
<p style="color: #BBB9C1">…</p>

#BBB9C1 as Text Shadow:

Watch out for intellect, because it knows so much it knows nothing and leaves you hanging upside down, mouthing knowledge as your heart falls out of your mouth.

Anne Sexton
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #BBB9C1">…</p>

#BBB9C1 as Linear Gradient:

He who joyfully marches to music in rank and file has already earned my contempt. He has been given a large brain by mistake, since for him the spinal cord would suffice.

Albert Einstein
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #BBB9C1)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #BBB9C1?

RGB Value for #BBB9C1 is rgb(187, 185, 193).

What is the RGB percentage of #BBB9C1?

RGB percentage for #BBB9C1 is 73% Red 72% Green 75% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #BBB9C1?

CMYK Color Model of #BBB9C1 is 3 Cyan 4 Magenta 0 Yellow 24 Black.

What is the HSL value of #BBB9C1?

HSL Value of #BBB9C1 is 255°(degrees) Hue 6 Saturation 74 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #BBB9C1?

HSV Value of #BBB9C1 is 255 Hue 4 Saturation 76 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #BBB9C1?

XYZ Color Model of #BBB9C1 is 47.47, 49.11, 57.42.