Color: #685E8B
#685E8B Color Information
#685E8B is a dark color. The closest websafe version is #685E8B. A complement of this color would be #828C5F, perceived brightness is 0.40, and the grayscale version is #747474.
In the HSL color space, this color has a hue angle of 253°,a saturation of 19%, and a lightness of 46%.The HSV representation shows a hue of 253°, a saturation of 32%, and a value of 55%.
In a RGB color space, #685E8B is composed of 41% red, 37% green and 55% blue. Whereas in a CMYK color space, it is composed of 25% cyan, 32% magenta, 0% yellow and 45% black.
In the Yxy color space, this color is represented as Y: 12.67, x: 0.3024, and y: 0.2729.
Color Code #685E8B
Shades of Color #685E8B
Shades are created by darkening the original color #685E8B in equal steps from 0% to 90%. These shades are perfect for creating depth and contrast in your designs. Use them to add visual hierarchy or highlight specific elements in your projects.
Tints of Color #685E8B
Tints are created by lightening the original color #685E8B in equal steps from 0% to 90%, ending with pure white. These tints are ideal for creating soft backgrounds, subtle highlights, or cohesive UI elements that complement your designs.
About #685E8B Color Code
In the HSL color space, this color has a hue angle of 253°, a saturation of 19%, and a lightness of 46%. The HSV representation shows a hue of 253°, a saturation of 32%, and a value of 55%.
- HEX: #685E8B
- RGB: rgb(104, 94, 139)
- HSL: hsl(253, 19%, 46%)
- HSV: hsv(253, 32%, 55%)
- CMYK: 25.00% cyan, 32.00% magenta, 0.00% yellow, 45.00% black
- XYZ: 14.04, 12.67, 19.72
- Yxy: 12.67, 0.3024, 0.2729
- Hunter Lab: 42.26, 11.93, -23.66
- CIE-Lab: 42.26, 11.93, -23.66
In the XYZ color space, this color is represented as X: 14.04, Y: 12.67, Z: 19.72. The Yxy representation further refines this as Y: 12.67, x: 0.3024, and y: 0.2729.
In the Hunter Lab color space, this color is represented as L: 42.26, a: 11.93, and b: -23.66. Similarly, in the CIE-Lab color space, it is represented as L: 42.26, a: 11.93, and b: -23.66.
Use these color codes in your CSS, design tools, or anywhere you need to specify a color. You can also explore its shades and tints for more creative options.
Triadic Colors of #685E8B
Triadic colors are three colors evenly spaced around the color wheel, including #685E8B. They create vibrant and balanced color schemes, perfect for designs that need contrast and harmony.
Split Complementary Colors of #685E8B
Split complementary colors are two colors adjacent to the complementary color of #685E8B. They create a balanced and visually appealing color scheme.
Monochromatic Colors of #685E8B
Monochromatic colors are variations of #685E8B, including its shades, tints, and tones. They create elegant and minimalistic designs with a unified color theme.
Complementary Color of #685E8B
The complementary color of #685E8B is opposite it on the color wheel. Complementary colors provide strong contrast and are ideal for designs that need visual impact and attention.
CSS Examples of #685E8B
/* Using HEX */ body { background-color: #685e8b; }
/* Using RGB */ body { background-color: rgb(104, 94, 139); }
/* Using RGB with opacity */ body { background-color: rgba(104, 94, 139, 0.5); }
/* Using HSL */ body { background-color: hsl(253, 19%, 46%); }
/* Text color */ p { color: #685e8b; }
/* Box shadow */ div { box-shadow: 4px 4px #685e8b; }
/* Border color */ .box { border: 4px solid #685e8b; }
/* Text shadow */ h1 { color: #222; text-shadow: 2px 2px 0 #685e8b; }
/* Background with text */ div { background: #685e8b; color: #fff; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; }
HTML Examples of #685E8B
<!-- Using HEX --> <div style="background-color: #685e8b; width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Using RGB --> <div style="background-color: rgb(104, 94, 139); width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Using RGB with opacity --> <div style="background-color: rgba(104, 94, 139, 0.5); width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Using HSL --> <div style="background-color: hsl(253, 19%, 46%); width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Text color --> <p style="color: #685e8b;">This is a text example.</p>
<!-- Box shadow --> <div style="box-shadow: 4px 4px #685e8b; width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Border color --> <div style="border: 4px solid #685e8b; width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Text shadow --> <h1 style="color: #222; text-shadow: 2px 2px 0 #685e8b;">Text Shadow Preview</h1>
<!-- Background with text --> <div style="background: #685e8b; color: #fff; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px;"> #685E8B </div>
Related Colors of #685E8B
These colors are similar to #685E8B, with slight variations in hue. Use them to create harmonious designs or explore alternative shades for your projects.