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Complementary means first and foremost complementary. With color tones there is always a direct complementary color that is exactly opposite to the other.

With this color tone DIC - DIC 473s it is the complementary color DIC - DIC 2359s. Both colors form the strongest contrast to each other and are especially recommended for use in direct connection with each other.

If you display a text with its complementary color on a background with the displayed color, you will get a representation that is pleasant to the eyes and clearly too indistinguishable from each other. However, this is especially true for white, black and gray tones. With these, the contrasting colors are particularly natural, pleasant and common for our eyes.

Exposures are based on the same hue and represent lighter versions of the current color DIC - DIC 473s. Besides the border colors white and black, almost all colors have lighter versions that can be used optimally in web design

The following lighter shades match the DIC - DIC 473s shade: DIC - DIC 473s, DIC - DIC 472s, DIC - DIC 478s, DIC - DIC 259s and DIC - DIC 2013s

You can use them to modify buttons with mouse-over effects (called :hover in CSS) or to generate other color gradations like gradients.

Shades are based on the same hue and represent a darker version of the current color DIC - DIC 473s. In addition to the border colors white and black, almost all colors have shades that can be used optimally in web design.

The following darker shades match the DIC - DIC 473s shade: DIC - DIC 473s, DIC - DIC 493s, DIC - DIC 2255s, DIC - DIC 499s and DIC - DIC 2252s

Among other things, you can use them to modify buttons with mouse-over effects (called :hover in CSS) or generate other color gradations.

Warmer colors are created when the hue is shifted towards red, orange and yellow. These colors convey warmth, energy and an inviting atmosphere.

The following warmer shades match the DIC - DIC 473s shade: DIC - DIC 473s and DIC - DIC 2476s

They are stimulating and dynamic and are often used to attract attention or create a friendly and lively mood. An example of this transition is a shift from a cool blue through purple to red and orange.

Colder colors are created by shifting the hue towards green, blue and violet.

The following colder shades match the DIC - DIC 473s shade: DIC - DIC 473s, DIC - DIC 2458s, DIC - DIC 2439s, DIC - DIC 2439s and DIC - DIC 2422s

These colors have a cool, calming effect and create distance. They are often used to convey a sense of calm, freshness and stability. A classic example of this color range is a gradient from yellow to green to a deep blue or violet, reminiscent of water and sky.

Richer colors are created by increasing the saturation, which makes the colors appear more intense, brighter and stronger. A color with high saturation is more eye-catching and appears more vibrant and powerful. This effect can be used to emphasize important elements or to create a vibrant design.

The DIC - DIC 473s shade matches the following richer shades: DIC - DIC 473s, DIC - DIC 272s, DIC - DIC 278s, DIC - DIC 2635s and DIC - DIC 2632s

An example is the development from a pale pink to a strong and bright red.

Less saturated colors are created by reducing the saturation, which makes the colors more muted, subtle and pastel-like. As the saturation is reduced further, they become closer and closer to a shade of gray. These colors appear calmer and more elegant and are suitable for a restrained and harmonious design.

The following paler shades match the DIC - DIC 473s shade: DIC - DIC 473s, DIC - DIC 543s, DIC - DIC 2346s, DIC - DIC 404s and DIC - DIC 2146s

An example is the change of a strong blue to a subdued grey-blue or almost neutral shade.

The analog color scheme uses colors that are directly adjacent to each other in the color wheel. They usually fit together well and result in a calm and comfortable design.

The following analogous shades match the DIC - DIC 473s shade: DIC - DIC 2458s, DIC - DIC 2458s, DIC - DIC 473s, DIC - DIC 2476s and DIC - DIC 2302s

Analog color schemes are often found in nature. They are harmonious and pleasant to the eye. It is important that they have enough contrast. Choose one color to dominate and a second to support. The third color is used (together with black, white or grey) as an accent

The monochromatic color scheme uses colors that are on the same wavelength. They usually fit together very well and result in a pleasant and evenly colored design.

The following monochrome shades match the DIC - DIC 473s shade: DIC - DIC 2254s, DIC - DIC 489s, DIC - DIC 473s, DIC - DIC 472s and DIC - DIC 2224s

Monochromatic color schemes are often found in nature. They are harmonious and calm to the eye

The partial complementary color scheme is a variation of the complementary color scheme. In addition to the base color, the two colors adjacent to the complement are used.

The following split-complementary shades match the DIC - DIC 473s shade: DIC - DIC 473s, DIC - DIC 527s and DIC - DIC 2382s

This color scheme has the same strong visual contrast as the complementary color scheme, but is not as contrasting as the direct complementary color. The partial complementary color scheme is a good choice for designs. These colors usually complement each other very well.

A triadic color scheme uses colors evenly spaced around the color wheel. Triadic color harmonies are usually quite vivid, even if pale or unsaturated colors are used.

The following triaden shades match the DIC - DIC 473s shade: DIC - DIC 473s, DIC - DIC 381s and DIC - DIC 2409s

The colors should be well chosen to achieve triadic harmony. Let one color dominate and use the other two as accent colors.

The rectangular or tetradish color scheme uses four colors arranged in two complementary pairs. This rich color scheme offers many variation possibilities.

The following tetraden shades match the DIC - DIC 473s shade: DIC - DIC 473s, DIC - DIC 527s, DIC - DIC 2373s and DIC - DIC 2409s

It works best if you let one of these colors dominate. You should also pay attention to the balance between warm and cold colors in the design

The square color scheme is similar to the rectangular color scheme, with all four colors evenly distributed around the color circle. The square color scheme works best when one color dominates.

The following squaren shades match the DIC - DIC 473s shade: DIC - DIC 473s, DIC - DIC 2318s, DIC - DIC 2373s and DIC - DIC 457s

Again, pay attention to the balance between warm and cold colors in the design.

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Colors are displayed differently on each device. Please note that the colors do not always match 100%. Differences can occur when real colors are processed. We recommend a comparison of the real colors. We do not assume any liability.

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Primary color

CMYK 0 / 26 / 19 / 33

HEX #AB7E8A

RGB 171 126 138

HSL 344, 0.21%, 0.58%

LAB 57.48, 19.29, 0.37

DIC
DIC 473s

Complementary color

CMYK 30 / 0 / 2 / 52

HEX #557A77

RGB 85 122 119

HSL 175.14, 0.18%, 0.41%

LAB 48.49, -13.69, -2.56

DIC
DIC 2359s

CMYK 0 / 26 / 19 / 33

HEX #AB7E8A

RGB 171 126 138 1

HSL 344, 0.21%, 0.58%

LAB 57.48, 19.29, 0.37

DIC
DIC 473s

CMYK 0 / 25 / 19 / 24

HEX #C1919D

RGB 193 145 157 1

HSL 345, 0.28%, 0.66%

LAB 64.98, 19.95, 0.75

DIC
DIC 472s

CMYK 0 / 28 / 23 / 15

HEX #D99CA8

RGB 217 156 168 1

HSL 348.2, 0.45%, 0.73%

LAB 70.42, 24.46, 2.82

DIC
DIC 478s

CMYK 0 / 24 / 23 / 5

HEX #F1B7BA

RGB 241 183 186 1

HSL 356.9, 0.67%, 0.83%

LAB 79.68, 21.39, 6.64

DIC
DIC 259s

CMYK 0 / 15 / 13 / 6

HEX #F0CDD1

RGB 240 205 209 1

HSL 353.14, 0.54%, 0.87%

LAB 85.4, 12.91, 2.57

DIC
DIC 2013s

CMYK 0 / 26 / 19 / 33

HEX #AB7E8A

RGB 171 126 138 1

HSL 344, 0.21%, 0.58%

LAB 57.48, 19.29, 0.37

DIC
DIC 473s

CMYK 0 / 29 / 21 / 40

HEX #986C78

RGB 152 108 120 1

HSL 343.64, 0.18%, 0.51%

LAB 50.4, 19.39, 0.33

DIC
DIC 493s

CMYK 0 / 36 / 31 / 45

HEX #8C5A61

RGB 140 90 97 1

HSL 351.6, 0.22%, 0.45%

LAB 43.87, 21.57, 4.53

DIC
DIC 2255s

CMYK 0 / 34 / 32 / 55

HEX #724B4D

RGB 114 75 77 1

HSL 356.92, 0.21%, 0.37%

LAB 36.26, 16.87, 5.59

DIC
DIC 499s

CMYK 0 / 28 / 28 / 61

HEX #644848

RGB 100 72 72 1

HSL 0, 0.16%, 0.34%

LAB 33.59, 11.96, 4.7

DIC
DIC 2252s

CMYK 0 / 26 / 19 / 33

HEX #AB7E8A

RGB 171 126 138 1

HSL 344, 0.21%, 0.58%

LAB 57.48, 19.29, 0.37

DIC
DIC 473s

CMYK 0 / 29 / 27 / 34

HEX #A8777B

RGB 168 119 123 1

HSL 355.1, 0.22%, 0.56%

LAB 55.02, 19.79, 5.48

DIC
DIC 2476s

CMYK 0 / 26 / 19 / 33

HEX #AB7E8A

RGB 171 126 138 1

HSL 344, 0.21%, 0.58%

LAB 57.48, 19.29, 0.37

DIC
DIC 473s

CMYK 0 / 27 / 12 / 34

HEX #A87B94

RGB 168 123 148 1

HSL 326.67, 0.21%, 0.57%

LAB 56.71, 21.55, -6.58

DIC
DIC 2458s

CMYK 0 / 24 / 0 / 33

HEX #AC82AC

RGB 172 130 172 1

HSL 300, 0.2%, 0.59%

LAB 59.63, 23.44, -15.96

DIC
DIC 2439s

CMYK 14 / 30 / 0 / 33

HEX #9277AA

RGB 146 119 170 1

HSL 271.76, 0.23%, 0.57%

LAB 54.25, 20.57, -23.26

DIC
DIC 2422s

CMYK 0 / 26 / 19 / 33

HEX #AB7E8A

RGB 171 126 138 1

HSL 344, 0.21%, 0.58%

LAB 57.48, 19.29, 0.37

DIC
DIC 473s

CMYK 0 / 46 / 30 / 27

HEX #BB6582

RGB 187 101 130 1

HSL 339.77, 0.39%, 0.56%

LAB 53.48, 37.83, -0.57

DIC
DIC 272s

CMYK 0 / 53 / 38 / 22

HEX #C85E7D

RGB 200 94 125 1

HSL 342.45, 0.49%, 0.58%

LAB 53.78, 45.34, 3.05

DIC
DIC 278s

CMYK 0 / 65 / 50 / 16

HEX #D54A6B

RGB 213 74 107 1

HSL 345.76, 0.62%, 0.56%

LAB 51.96, 56.88, 11.46

DIC
DIC 2635s

CMYK 0 / 76 / 53 / 11

HEX #E3366B

RGB 227 54 107 1

HSL 341.62, 0.76%, 0.55%

LAB 51.87, 68.04, 11.71

DIC
DIC 2632s

CMYK 0 / 26 / 19 / 33

HEX #AB7E8A

RGB 171 126 138 1

HSL 344, 0.21%, 0.58%

LAB 57.48, 19.29, 0.37

DIC
DIC 473s

CMYK 0 / 0 / 4 / 42

HEX #94948E

RGB 148 148 142 1

HSL 60, 0.03%, 0.57%

LAB 61.16, -1.14, 3.16

DIC
DIC 543s

CMYK 20 / 0 / 11 / 34

HEX #87A996

RGB 135 169 150 1

HSL 146.47, 0.17%, 0.6%

LAB 66.31, -15.56, 5.98

DIC
DIC 2346s

CMYK 35 / 0 / 9 / 31

HEX #73B0A1

RGB 115 176 161 1

HSL 165.25, 0.28%, 0.57%

LAB 67.48, -23.1, 1.43

DIC
DIC 404s

CMYK 41 / 0 / 9 / 23

HEX #74C4B2

RGB 116 196 178 1

HSL 166.5, 0.4%, 0.61%

LAB 73.81, -28.8, 1.34

DIC
DIC 2146s

CMYK 0 / 27 / 12 / 34

HEX #A87B94

RGB 168 123 148 1

HSL 326.67, 0.21%, 0.57%

LAB 56.71, 21.55, -6.58

DIC
DIC 2458s

CMYK 0 / 26 / 19 / 33

HEX #AB7E8A

RGB 171 126 138 1

HSL 344, 0.21%, 0.58%

LAB 57.48, 19.29, 0.37

DIC
DIC 473s

CMYK 0 / 29 / 27 / 34

HEX #A8777B

RGB 168 119 123 1

HSL 355.1, 0.22%, 0.56%

LAB 55.02, 19.79, 5.48

DIC
DIC 2476s

CMYK 0 / 14 / 26 / 33

HEX #AA927E

RGB 170 146 126 1

HSL 27.27, 0.21%, 0.58%

LAB 62.18, 5.8, 13.92

DIC
DIC 2302s

CMYK 0 / 34 / 24 / 49

HEX #835763

RGB 131 87 99 1

HSL 343.64, 0.2%, 0.43%

LAB 42.07, 20.04, 0.55

DIC
DIC 2254s

CMYK 0 / 29 / 25 / 39

HEX #9B6E74

RGB 155 110 116 1

HSL 352, 0.18%, 0.52%

LAB 51.13, 18.78, 3.8

DIC
DIC 489s

CMYK 0 / 26 / 19 / 33

HEX #AB7E8A

RGB 171 126 138 1

HSL 344, 0.21%, 0.58%

LAB 57.48, 19.29, 0.37

DIC
DIC 473s

CMYK 0 / 25 / 19 / 24

HEX #C1919D

RGB 193 145 157 1

HSL 345, 0.28%, 0.66%

LAB 64.98, 19.95, 0.75

DIC
DIC 472s

CMYK 0 / 19 / 5 / 20

HEX #CCA6C2

RGB 204 166 194 1

HSL 315.79, 0.27%, 0.73%

LAB 72.23, 18.62, -9.05

DIC
DIC 2224s

CMYK 0 / 26 / 19 / 33

HEX #AB7E8A

RGB 171 126 138 1

HSL 344, 0.21%, 0.58%

LAB 57.48, 19.29, 0.37

DIC
DIC 473s

CMYK 0 / 5 / 23 / 33

HEX #ABA384

RGB 171 163 132 1

HSL 47.69, 0.19%, 0.59%

LAB 66.91, -2.25, 17.18

DIC
DIC 527s

CMYK 28 / 12 / 0 / 32

HEX #7C99AD

RGB 124 153 173 1

HSL 204.49, 0.23%, 0.58%

LAB 61.73, -5.35, -13.75

DIC
DIC 2382s

CMYK 0 / 26 / 19 / 33

HEX #AB7E8A

RGB 171 126 138 1

HSL 344, 0.21%, 0.58%

LAB 57.48, 19.29, 0.37

DIC
DIC 473s

CMYK 30 / 0 / 27 / 33

HEX #78AC7E

RGB 120 172 126 1

HSL 126.92, 0.24%, 0.57%

LAB 65.75, -26.71, 18.3

DIC
DIC 381s

CMYK 30 / 25 / 0 / 33

HEX #7881AC

RGB 120 129 172 1

HSL 229.62, 0.24%, 0.57%

LAB 54.73, 6.89, -23.86

DIC
DIC 2409s

CMYK 0 / 26 / 19 / 33

HEX #AB7E8A

RGB 171 126 138 1

HSL 344, 0.21%, 0.58%

LAB 57.48, 19.29, 0.37

DIC
DIC 473s

CMYK 0 / 5 / 23 / 33

HEX #ABA384

RGB 171 163 132 1

HSL 47.69, 0.19%, 0.59%

LAB 66.91, -2.25, 17.18

DIC
DIC 527s

CMYK 22 / 0 / 1 / 36

HEX #7FA2A0

RGB 127 162 160 1

HSL 176.57, 0.16%, 0.57%

LAB 64.07, -12.38, -2.92

DIC
DIC 2373s

CMYK 30 / 25 / 0 / 33

HEX #7881AC

RGB 120 129 172 1

HSL 229.62, 0.24%, 0.57%

LAB 54.73, 6.89, -23.86

DIC
DIC 2409s

CMYK 0 / 26 / 19 / 33

HEX #AB7E8A

RGB 171 126 138 1

HSL 344, 0.21%, 0.58%

LAB 57.48, 19.29, 0.37

DIC
DIC 473s

CMYK 3 / 0 / 30 / 34

HEX #A4A977

RGB 164 169 119 1

HSL 66, 0.23%, 0.56%

LAB 67.73, -10.08, 25.28

DIC
DIC 2318s

CMYK 22 / 0 / 1 / 36

HEX #7FA2A0

RGB 127 162 160 1

HSL 176.57, 0.16%, 0.57%

LAB 64.07, -12.38, -2.92

DIC
DIC 2373s

CMYK 21 / 33 / 0 / 33

HEX #8772AA

RGB 135 114 170 1

HSL 262.5, 0.25%, 0.56%

LAB 51.94, 19.94, -26.92

DIC
DIC 457s

Description

Color code: DIC - DIC 473s | qconv.com Color code: DIC - DIC 473s | qconv.com - big

Bright color: high color values create a bright impression.

The breakdown of the color into the RGB color system: of 255 maximum color components, 171 red, 126 green and 138 blue.

The mixing ratio of these colors results in the displayed hue in the middle of the overlaps.

In the illustration you can see how the color is composed of the three components: red (top),green (bottom right) and blue (bottom left). In the middle you can see the result color.
171 126 138 R G B
In the CMYK color system the color is composed as follows: In this color tone, out of 100 maximum color components, none cyan, 26 magenta, 19 yellow and 33 key.

The mixing ratio of these colors results in the displayed hue in the middle of the overlaps.

In the diagram you can see how the color is composed of the four components cyan (top left),magenta (top right),yellow (bottom right) and black or key (bottom left). In the middle you can see the result color.
0% 26% 19% 33% C M Y K

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