#BDB9AD Hex Color Code

#BDB9AD

The Hexadecimal Color #BDB9AD is a contrast shade of Silver. #BDB9AD RGB value is rgb(189, 185, 173). RGB Color Model of #BDB9AD consists of 74% red, 72% green and 67% blue. HSL color Mode of #BDB9AD has 45°(degrees) Hue, 11% Saturation and 71% Lightness. #BDB9AD color has an wavelength of 591.66667nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #BDB9AD is #CCCCCC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #BDB9AD is #BBA. The Closest Color to #BDB9AD is #C0C0C0. Official Name of #BDB9AD Hex Code is Silk. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #BDB9AD is 0 Cyan 2 Magenta 8 Yellow 26 Black and #BDB9AD CMY is 0, 2, 8. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #BDB9AD is hsl(45,11,71, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(45, 8, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #BDB9AD is 45.88, 48.53, 46.48.
Hex8 Value of #BDB9AD is #BDB9ADFF. Decimal Value of #BDB9AD is 12433837 and Octal Value of #BDB9AD is 57334655. Binary Value of #BDB9AD is 10111101, 10111001, 10101101 and Android of #BDB9AD is 4290623917 / 0xffbdb9ad. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #BDB9AD is 0.326, 0.344, 0.344 and YIQ Color Space of #BDB9AD is 184.828, 6.2392, -2.8884. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #BDB9AD is 46.92, 50.38, 46.51. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #BDB9AD is 75.16, -0.7, 6.58. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #BDB9AD is 75.16, 3.04, 9.67. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #BDB9AD is 75.16, 6.62, 96.07. Hunter Lab variable of #BDB9AD is 69.66, -4.35, 9.21.

#BDB9AD - Silk Color Image
#BDB9AD - Silk Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #BDB9AD

RGB Percentages of #BDB9AD

74%
72%
67%

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 #BDB9AD

69.93%
74.12%
67.84%

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 #BDB9AD

0%
2%
8%
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 #BDB9AD

To get 25% Saturated #BDB9AD Color, you need to convert the hex color #BDB9AD 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 #BDB9AD 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 #BDB9AD

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 #BDB9AD

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 #BDB9AD

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 #BDB9AD to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #BDB9AD to it's the darkest color.

#BDB9AD Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(189, 185, 173)
RGB Percent 74%, 72%, 67%
RYB 178.33, 189.0, 173.0
CMYK 0, 2, 8, 26
CMY 0, 2, 8
HSL hsl(45, 11%, 71%)
HSLA hsl(45, 11%, 71%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(45, 8, 74)
XYZ 45.88, 48.53, 46.48
Hex8 Value #BDB9ADFF
Decimal Value 12433837
Octal Value 57334655
Binary Value 10111101,10111001,10101101
Android 4290623917 / 0xffbdb9ad
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(45, 11%, 71%)
xyY 0.326, 0.344, 48.534
YIQ 184.828, 6.2392, -2.8884
LMS 46.92, 50.38, 46.51
CieLAB 75.16, -0.7, 6.58
CieLUV : LCHuv 75.16, 3.04, 9.67
CieLCH : LCHab 75.16, 6.62, 96.07
Hunter Lab 69.66, -4.35, 9.21
YUV 184.828, -5.82, 3.66
YDbDr 184.828, -17.8, -7.94
YCbCr 174.73, 122.14, 130.61
YCoCg 183.0, 181.0, 2.0
YPbPr 184.83, -6.68, 2.98
Munsell Color System 12648.91 21.25/98.39

#BDB9AD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#BDB9AD as Background:

The sea was indistinguishable from the sky, except that the sea was slightly creased as if a cloth had wrinkles in it.

Virginia Woolf
<p style="background: #BDB9AD">…</p>

#BDB9AD as Text Color:

Well might the ancients make silence a god; for it is the element of all godhood, infinitude, or transcendental greatness,--at once the source and the ocean wherein all such begins and ends.

Thomas Carlyle
<p style="color: #BDB9AD">…</p>

#BDB9AD as Text Shadow:

Nowhere on the shore is the relation of a creature to its surroundings a matter of a single cause and effect; each living thing is bound to its world by many threads, weaving the intricate design of the fabric of life.

Rachel Carson
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #BDB9AD">…</p>

#BDB9AD as Linear Gradient:

Our desire must be like a slow and stately ship, sailing across endless oceans, never in search of safe anchorage. Then suddenly, unexpectedly, it will find mooring for a moment.

Etty Hillesum
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #BDB9AD)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #BDB9AD?

RGB Value for #BDB9AD is rgb(189, 185, 173).

What is the RGB percentage of #BDB9AD?

RGB percentage for #BDB9AD is 74% Red 72% Green 67% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #BDB9AD?

CMYK Color Model of #BDB9AD is 0 Cyan 2 Magenta 8 Yellow 26 Black.

What is the HSL value of #BDB9AD?

HSL Value of #BDB9AD is 45°(degrees) Hue 11 Saturation 71 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #BDB9AD?

HSV Value of #BDB9AD is 45 Hue 8 Saturation 74 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #BDB9AD?

XYZ Color Model of #BDB9AD is 45.88, 48.53, 46.48.