1. grays
2. neutral-muteds
3. Formal Grey

Color Formal Grey gray (#97969a):
HEX, RGB color codes for HTML and CSS

The Comprehensive Guide to Formal Grey gray (#97969a):
Its Meaning and Harmonious Color Matches in Design.

Hue Family:
grays

grays Family:
neutral-muted

Saturation:
almost gray

Tones:
colorful tone

Shade:
medium

Temperature:
cool

Chromaticity:
near-grayscale

Chroma:
low chroma

Color Information about Formal Grey / #97969a

The HTML HEX code is #97969a. The corresponding color name is "Formal Grey". In RGB values (additive color space used for Digital Displays), this HEX code translates to Red (R): 151%, Green (G): 150%, Blue (B): 154%. In the CMYK color model (subtractive color model used in printing), it is represented by Cyan (C): 2%, Magenta (M): 3%, Yellow (Y):0%, Black (K): 40%. In the HSL color space, #97969a has a hue of 255°, saturation of 2%, and lightness of 60%. The HSV representation is 255° for hue, 3% for saturation, and 60% for value.

In the CIE-LAB color space, the color is denoted by L* (lightness) = 62, a* (green to red) = 1, and b* (blue to yellow) = -2. The XYZ representation is X: 30, Y: 31, Z: 35. In the YUV color space, it translates to Y (luminance) = 0.5912, U (chrominance) = 0.0063, and V (chrominance) = 0.0008.

The decimal value of the color is 9934490. The closest Web-safe HEX code is #999999. Variations of the colour are #CBCBCD for a 20% lighter version and #656468 for a 20% darker version.

For the color with hex value #97969a, the correlated color temperature (CT) is estimated to be 6710 Kelvin (6710K).

The approximate wavelength of #97969a is around 460.00nm.

The Depth and Diversity of Formal Grey (Hex: #97969a): Exploring its Impact in Design and Culture

Formal Grey (#97969a) resembles the smooth stones found along a misty shoreline. Its muted hue echoes the tranquility of a secluded beach, creating a calm and elegant ambiance. This color mirrors the refined shades of weathered slate or polished granite, giving it a sophisticated touch. Like the shadows cast by towering cliffs, Formal Grey creates depth and adds a sense of grounding to any design. Pair it with subtle neutrals or bold accents to convey style and refinement. Its versatility makes it ideal for creating a polished aesthetic in various industries, such as fashion, home decor, and luxury brands.

Tints and Shades of #97969a HEX color (Formal Grey)

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 #97969a, 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
• #E5E5E6
• #CBCBCD
• #B1B0B3
• #97969a
• #717174
• #4C4B4D
• #262627
• #000000

Tones of Formal Grey (#97969a HEX color)

A tone is produced by adding gray to any pure hue. In the case of #97969a, #8e8d90 is the less saturated color, while #97969a is the most saturated one.

• #8e8d90
• #908f92
• #929295
• #959497
• #97969a
• #515152
• #49494a
• #414142
• #39393b

HTML Usage Examples

<p style="color: #97969a;">This is a css example</p>

p { color: #97969a; }

.text {color:#97969a;}

.background {background-color:#97969a;}

.border {border:1px solid #97969a;}