1. oranges
2. neutrals
3. Kaffir Lime

Color Kaffir Lime orange (#b9ab85):
HEX, RGB color codes for HTML and CSS

The Comprehensive Guide to Kaffir Lime orange (#b9ab85):
Its Meaning and Harmonious Color Matches in Design.

Hue Family:
oranges

oranges Family:
neutral

Saturation:
weakly saturated

Tones:
colorful tone

Shade:
medium

Temperature:
warm

Chromaticity:
chromatic

Chroma:
medium chroma

Color Information about Kaffir Lime / #b9ab85

The HTML HEX code is #b9ab85. The corresponding color name is "Kaffir Lime". In RGB values (additive color space used for Digital Displays), this HEX code translates to Red (R): 185%, Green (G): 171%, Blue (B): 133%. In the CMYK color model (subtractive color model used in printing), it is represented by Cyan (C): 0%, Magenta (M): 8%, Yellow (Y):28%, Black (K): 27%. In the HSL color space, #b9ab85 has a hue of 44°, saturation of 27%, and lightness of 62%. The HSV representation is 44° for hue, 28% for saturation, and 73% for value.

In the CIE-LAB color space, the color is denoted by L* (lightness) = 70, a* (green to red) = -1, and b* (blue to yellow) = 21. The XYZ representation is X: 39, Y: 41, Z: 28. In the YUV color space, it translates to Y (luminance) = 0.6700, U (chrominance) = -0.0730, and V (chrominance) = 0.0487.

The decimal value of the color is 12168069. The closest Web-safe HEX code is #CC9999. Variations of the colour are #DDD7C5 for a 20% lighter version and #88794E for a 20% darker version.

For the color with hex value #b9ab85, the correlated color temperature (CT) is estimated to be 4635 Kelvin (4635K).

The approximate wavelength of #b9ab85 is around 612.00nm.

The Depth and Diversity of Kaffir Lime (Hex: #b9ab85): Exploring its Impact in Design and Culture

The hex color #b9ab85, also known as Kaffir Lime, is reminiscent of the peel of a ripe kaffir lime fruit. This color shares similarities with the earthy tones found in nature, such as the golden hues of autumn leaves or the sandy dunes of a desert landscape. It exudes a warm and natural feeling, evoking images of cozy wooden cabins or rustic organic materials. Kaffir Lime can also be associated with the elegance and sophistication of a leather-bound book, adding a touch of timeless charm to any design.

Tints and Shades of #b9ab85 HEX color (Kaffir Lime)

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 #b9ab85, 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
• #EEEAE1
• #DCD5C2
• #CBC0A4
• #b9ab85
• #8B8064
• #5D5643
• #2E2B21
• #000000

Tones of Kaffir Lime (#b9ab85 HEX color)

A tone is produced by adding gray to any pure hue. In the case of #b9ab85, #a29a83 is the less saturated color, while #b9ab85 is the most saturated one.

• #a29a83
• #a89e84
• #aea284
• #b3a785
• #b9ab85
• #5e5a4c
• #595344
• #534d3b
• #4e4633

HTML Usage Examples

<p style="color: #b9ab85;">This is a css example</p>

p { color: #b9ab85; }

.text {color:#b9ab85;}

.background {background-color:#b9ab85;}

.border {border:1px solid #b9ab85;}