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

Color Brainstem Grey gray (#b5b5b5):
HEX, RGB color codes for HTML and CSS

The Comprehensive Guide to Brainstem Grey gray (#b5b5b5):
Its Meaning and Harmonious Color Matches in Design.

Hue Family:
grays

grays Family:
neutral-muted

Saturation:
almost gray

Tones:
colorful tone

Shade:
medium

Temperature:
neutral

Chromaticity:
grayscale

Chroma:
low chroma

Color Information about Brainstem Grey / #b5b5b5

The HTML HEX code is #b5b5b5. The corresponding color name is "Brainstem Grey". In RGB values (additive color space used for Digital Displays), this HEX code translates to Red (R): 181%, Green (G): 181%, Blue (B): 181%. In the CMYK color model (subtractive color model used in printing), it is represented by Cyan (C): 0%, Magenta (M): 0%, Yellow (Y):0%, Black (K): 29%. In the HSL color space, #b5b5b5 has a hue of 0°, saturation of 0%, and lightness of 71%. The HSV representation is 0° for hue, 0% for saturation, and 71% for value.

In the CIE-LAB color space, the color is denoted by L* (lightness) = 74, a* (green to red) = 0, and b* (blue to yellow) = 0. The XYZ representation is X: 44, Y: 46, Z: 50. In the YUV color space, it translates to Y (luminance) = 0.7098, U (chrominance) = 0.0000, and V (chrominance) = 0.0000.

The decimal value of the color is 11908533. The closest Web-safe HEX code is #CCCCCC. Variations of the colour are #E8E8E8 for a 20% lighter version and #828282 for a 20% darker version.

For the color with hex value #b5b5b5, the correlated color temperature (CT) is estimated to be 6504 Kelvin (6504K).

The approximate wavelength of #b5b5b5 is around 700.00nm.

The Depth and Diversity of Brainstem Grey (Hex: #b5b5b5): Exploring its Impact in Design and Culture

Brainstem Grey (#b5b5b5) is a neutral shade reminiscent of pebbles on a riverbank. Its warm undertones symbolize strength and stability, making it a popular choice for minimalist designs. This color resembles weathered concrete, adding a touch of urban sophistication to any visual composition. It pairs well with earthy tones like moss green and chestnut brown, providing a grounded aesthetic inspired by nature and rustic elements. Whether used in graphic design, interior decor, or fashion, Brainstem Grey exudes timeless elegance and versatility.

Tints and Shades of #b5b5b5 HEX color (Brainstem 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 #b5b5b5, 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
• #EDEDED
• #DADADA
• #C8C8C8
• #b5b5b5
• #888888
• #5B5B5B
• #2D2D2D
• #000000

Tones of Brainstem Grey (#b5b5b5 HEX color)

A tone is produced by adding gray to any pure hue. In the case of #b5b5b5, #a0a0a0 is the less saturated color, while #b5b5b5 is the most saturated one.

• #a0a0a0
• #a5a5a5
• #aaaaaa
• #b0b0b0
• #b5b5b5
• #636363
• #5e5e5e
• #595959
• #545454

HTML Usage Examples

<p style="color: #b5b5b5;">This is a css example</p>

p { color: #b5b5b5; }

.text {color:#b5b5b5;}

.background {background-color:#b5b5b5;}

.border {border:1px solid #b5b5b5;}