1. blues
2. neutral-muteds
3. Waterloo

Color Waterloo blue (#7b7c94):
HEX, RGB color codes for HTML and CSS

The Comprehensive Guide to Waterloo blue (#7b7c94):
Its Meaning and Harmonious Color Matches in Design.

Hue Family:
blues

blues Family:
neutral-muted

Saturation:
weakly saturated

Tones:
mid-toned

Shade:
medium

Temperature:
cool

Chromaticity:
chromatic

Chroma:
low chroma

Color Information about Waterloo / #7b7c94

The HTML HEX code is #7b7c94. The corresponding color name is "Waterloo". In RGB values (additive color space used for Digital Displays), this HEX code translates to Red (R): 123%, Green (G): 124%, Blue (B): 148%. In the CMYK color model (subtractive color model used in printing), it is represented by Cyan (C): 17%, Magenta (M): 16%, Yellow (Y):0%, Black (K): 42%. In the HSL color space, #7b7c94 has a hue of 238°, saturation of 10%, and lightness of 53%. The HSV representation is 238° for hue, 17% for saturation, and 58% for value.

In the CIE-LAB color space, the color is denoted by L* (lightness) = 53, a* (green to red) = 5, and b* (blue to yellow) = -13. The XYZ representation is X: 21, Y: 21, Z: 31. In the YUV color space, it translates to Y (luminance) = 0.4958, U (chrominance) = 0.0416, and V (chrominance) = -0.0118.

The decimal value of the color is 8092820. The closest Web-safe HEX code is #666699. Variations of the colour are #B3B4C1 for a 20% lighter version and #4C4C5D for a 20% darker version.

For the color with hex value #7b7c94, the correlated color temperature (CT) is estimated to be 9391 Kelvin (9391K).

The approximate wavelength of #7b7c94 is around 471.00nm.

The Depth and Diversity of Waterloo (Hex: #7b7c94): Exploring its Impact in Design and Culture

The color Waterloo (#7b7c94) resembles the deep grayish-blue hue of stormy clouds, conveying a sense of tranquility and melancholy. It evokes the image of a moody evening sky, just before the rain starts to pour, with hints of purple and blue intertwined. This color can also be likened to the reflection of moonlight on a still lake, creating a peaceful and serene ambiance. In terms of objects, Waterloo is reminiscent of a polished granite surface, exhibiting a sophisticated and timeless appeal. Its subtle undertones make it a versatile choice for interior design, fashion, and branding.

Tints and Shades of #7b7c94 HEX color (Waterloo)

In color theory, tints and shades are essential for understanding the depth and luminosity of colors. A tint is achieved by adding white to a pure hue, lightening its appearance. Conversely, a shade results from blending black with a color, giving it a deeper tone. In the context of #7b7c94, this color stands at the center between its tints and shades. While the tints get progressively lighter moving towards white (#ffffff), the shades deepen towards black (#000000).

• #ffffff
• #DEDEE4
• #BDBECA
• #9C9DAF
• #7b7c94
• #5C5D6F
• #3E3E4A
• #1F1F25
• #000000

Tones of Waterloo (#7b7c94 HEX color)

A tone is produced by adding gray to any pure hue. In the case of #7b7c94, #7d7e8c is the less saturated color, while #7b7c94 is the most saturated one.

• #7d7e8c
• #7d7d8e
• #7c7d90
• #7c7c92
• #7b7c94
• #454549
• #3b3b40
• #323237
• #28282e

HTML Usage Examples

<p style="color: #7b7c94;">This is a css example</p>

p { color: #7b7c94; }

.text {color:#7b7c94;}

.background {background-color:#7b7c94;}

.border {border:1px solid #7b7c94;}