Details about the color Gray

Color Details and Palettes for #797473

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About Color Hex #797473

The color Gray, with hexadecimal code #797473, belongs to the gray color family, evoking neutrality, balance, and subtlety. Additionally, it evokes emotions such as Neutrality, Balance, Sophistication, Uncertainty and Conservatism. In many Eastern cultures, red symbolizes luck, prosperity, and happiness, often used in festivals and weddings. In Western cultures, red can symbolize passion, love, and sometimes danger. With a lower saturation of 2.54%, it has a more subdued and muted tone, and its lightness of 46.27% provides a deeper and richer look. This color is ideal for designs that aim to express Neutrality, Balance, Sophistication, or Uncertainty. It can be effectively used in web design, branding, and marketing materials to attract attention and convey specific messages.

The RGB values for Gray are (121, 116, 115), providing a combination of red: 121, green: 116, and blue: 115. In HSL format, it has a hue of 10.00°, saturation of 3.00%, and lightness of 46.00%.

The HSV representation includes a hue of 10.00°, saturation of 5.00%, and value of 47.00%. Its CMYK composition is cyan: 0.00%, magenta: 4.00%, yellow: 5.00%, and black: 53.00%.

The calculated luminance of #797473 is 0.178, offering a brightness level suitable for various design requirements.

This color is not part of the web-safe color palette. The closest web-safe color to this is the color HEX #666666. Its contrast ratio is 4.56:1 against black and 4.61:1 against white. This makes it highly suitable for readability on both dark and light backgrounds.

In terms of color temperature, #797473 is considered a warm hue. When it comes to accessibility, testing against standard guidelines suggests that using either white or black text meets typical WCAG contrast standards. Additionally, the ideal foreground color for improved legibility on #797473 is white.

Considering its saturation and lightness, #797473 appears more vivid and energetic, making it stand out in designs that aim to capture attention.

Histroy, Usage, Psychology and Design Ideas for Color Hex #797473

Gray (#797473) falls under our gray family.

Historical Facts: Gray is a timeless neutral that has been used to convey balance and subtlety in design.

Usage Tips: Gray is versatile and works well as a background or secondary color, allowing brighter hues to stand out.

Psychological Effects: Gray tends to evoke a sense of neutrality, calm, and balance.

Design Ideas: Combine gray with vivid accent colors or use a monochromatic gray palette for a modern, sophisticated design.

#797473 Color Conversions

  • HEX:
    #797473
  • RGB:
    121, 116, 115
  • HSL:
    10, 3%, 46%
  • HSV:
    10, 5%, 47%
  • CMYK:
    0%, 4%, 5%, 53%
  • XYZ:
    X: 17.23, Y: 17.79, Z: 18.75
  • CIE L*a*b*:
    L: 49.24, a: 1.72, b: 1.23
  • LCH:
    L*: 49.24, C*: 2.12, h째: 35.48

RGB Color Percentages for #797473

RGB Color Percentages for Gray (HEX Code: #797473) display the relative contribution of Red, Green, and Blue in forming the color. Understanding these percentages provides insight into the color's visual balance and primary components.

This color is primarily dominated by Red, making up 34.38% of the total composition. The complete breakdown of RGB contributions is:

Red:
34.38%
Green:
32.95%
Blue:
32.67%

This analysis highlights the influence of each primary color, offering a deeper understanding of the visual characteristics of Gray.

CMYK Ink Levels & Print Guide for #797473

CMYK Ink Levels for Gray (HEX Code: #797473) provide a breakdown of the percentages of Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black inks needed for accurate print reproduction. The composition of Gray prominently features Key, reflecting its dominant color characteristic. This information is invaluable for optimizing ink usage and achieving precise color results in printed materials.

The exact CMYK values are: Cyan: 0%, Magenta: 4.13%, Yellow: 4.96%, and Black: 52.55%.

Luminance and Contrast Ratio for #797473

Luminance measures the brightness of a color, while contrast ratio indicates the difference in brightness between two colors. A higher contrast ratio ensures better readability and accessibility, especially for text on colored backgrounds.

Luminance:
Contrast with Black:
Contrast with White:

Quick CSS Snippets for #797473

Quickly apply this color to your designs using these CSS-ready snippets in different formats. Just copy and paste!

HEX:
background-color: #797473;
RGB:
background-color: rgb(121, 116, 115);
HSL:
background-color: hsl(10, 3%, 46%);

#797473 Monochrome Palette

The Monochrome Palette consists of shades created by adjusting the brightness. These include lighter, original, and darker shades of the color. This layout helps to visualize the color's range and its potential use in design.

#f2f1f1
#dedcdc
#c9c7c7
#b5b3b2
#a19e9d
#8d8988
#797473 Original
#676362
#555151
#43403f
#302e2e
#1e1d1d
#0c0c0c

#797473 Complementary Palette

The Complementary Palette is made up of two colors that sit opposite each other on the color wheel. These colors create high contrast and vibrant designs, making them perfect for attention-grabbing elements and dynamic visuals.

#797473 Original
#727879

#797473 Analogic Palette

The Analogic Palette consists of colors that are next to each other on the color wheel. These colors typically create harmonious and subtle designs, often used to evoke calmness and unity in your visual projects.

#797473 Original
#797672
#797274
#787972
#797278
#747972
#767279

#797473 Triadic Palette

The Triadic Palette is made up of three colors evenly spaced on the color wheel. This combination provides a vibrant and balanced color scheme, often used for dynamic and energetic designs while maintaining harmony.

#797473 Original
#727973
#737279

#797473 Quad Palette

The Quad Palette, also known as tetradic, consists of four colors evenly spaced on the color wheel. This combination offers a diverse and bold color scheme, ideal for creating rich, complex designs with multiple accents while still maintaining balance.

#797473 Original
#747972
#727879
#767279

Color Blindness Simulation for #797473

Colors are perceived differently by individuals with various forms of color blindness. Use the dropdown below to see how this color may look through the eyes of someone with color vision deficiency. Explore how Gray (#797473) might appear to people with different visual experiences, and gain deeper insights into color accessibility for your designs!

Each color box displays a "Friendly" or "Not Friendly" tag in the bottom-right corner. A "Friendly" tag indicates that the color difference is distinguishable to individuals with the specific type of color blindness. Conversely, a "Not Friendly" tag means that the color difference might not be distinguishable, potentially causing accessibility issues in your design.

Normal Vision

Deuteranopia (Green Weakness)

Friendly

Protanopia (Red Weakness)

Friendly

Tritanopia (Blue-Yellow Weakness)

Friendly

Achromatopsia (Total Color Blindness)

Friendly

Color Harmonies for #797473

Color harmonies refer to the visually pleasing combinations of colors that are derived from specific relationships on the color wheel. These harmonious schemes, such as complementary, triadic, and analogous colors, create a balanced and engaging visual experience in design.

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Tetradic (Quad)

Explore Vibrant Images Featuring Gray (#797473)

Discover a vibrant gallery of images that not only showcase the captivating hue of Gray, but also embody its unique mood and personality. Each carefully curated photo is selected to highlight the richness and diversity of this color, offering inspiration for design, art, and creative projects.

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