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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 RGB 159 188 197 it is the complementary color RGB 96 67 58. 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 RGB 159 188 197. 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 RGB 159 188 197 shade: RGB 164 188 192, RGB 181 206 211, RGB 198 224 230, RGB 215 242 249 and RGB 232 255 255

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 RGB 159 188 197. 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 RGB 159 188 197 shade: RGB 159 188 197, RGB 142 170 178, RGB 125 152 159, RGB 108 134 140 and RGB 91 116 121

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 RGB 159 188 197 shade: RGB 159 189 198, RGB 159 178 198, RGB 159 168 198, RGB 161 159 198 and RGB 171 159 198

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 RGB 159 188 197 shade: RGB 159 189 198, RGB 159 178 198, RGB 159 168 198 and RGB 159 159 198

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 RGB 159 188 197 shade matches the following richer shades: RGB 159 189 198, RGB 147 195 210, RGB 135 202 222, RGB 122 208 235 and RGB 110 215 247

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 RGB 159 188 197 shade: RGB 159 189 198, RGB 172 182 185, RGB 184 176 173, RGB 197 169 160 and RGB 209 163 148

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 RGB 159 188 197 shade: RGB 159 198 186, RGB 159 198 196, RGB 159 189 198, RGB 159 179 198 and RGB 159 168 198

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 RGB 159 188 197 shade: RGB 108 153 167, RGB 134 171 182, RGB 159 189 198, RGB 185 206 213 and RGB 211 224 229

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 RGB 159 188 197 shade: RGB 159 188 197, RGB 176 159 198 and RGB 198 191 159

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 RGB 159 188 197 shade: RGB 159 188 197, RGB 198 159 189 and RGB 189 198 159

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 RGB 159 188 197 shade: RGB 159 188 197, RGB 176 159 198, RGB 198 168 159 and RGB 181 198 159

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 RGB 159 188 197 shade: RGB 159 188 197, RGB 187 159 198, RGB 198 168 159 and RGB 170 198 159

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 19 / 5 / 0 / 23

HEX #9FBCC5

RGB 159 188 197

HSL 194.21, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 74.42, -7.84, -7.82

 

Complementary color

CMYK 0 / 30 / 40 / 62

HEX #60433A

RGB 96 67 58

HSL 14.21, 0.25%, 0.3%

LAB 31.36, 11.21, 10.44

 

CMYK 15 / 2 / 0 / 25

HEX #A4BCC0

RGB 164 188 192

HSL 188.57, 0.18%, 0.7%

LAB 74.61, -7.31, -4.78

 

CMYK 14 / 2 / 0 / 17

HEX #B5CED3

RGB 181 206 211

HSL 190, 0.25%, 0.77%

LAB 81.11, -7.33, -5.32

 

CMYK 14 / 3 / 0 / 10

HEX #C6E0E6

RGB 198 224 230

HSL 191.25, 0.39%, 0.84%

LAB 87.5, -7.36, -5.84

 

CMYK 14 / 3 / 0 / 2

HEX #D7F2F9

RGB 215 242 249

HSL 192.35, 0.74%, 0.91%

LAB 93.79, -7.39, -6.36

 

CMYK 9 / 0 / 0 / 0

HEX #E8FFFF

RGB 232 255 255

HSL 180, 1%, 0.95%

LAB 98.39, -7.43, -2.56

 

CMYK 19 / 5 / 0 / 23

HEX #9FBCC5

RGB 159 188 197

HSL 194.21, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 74.42, -7.84, -7.82

 

CMYK 20 / 4 / 0 / 30

HEX #8EAAB2

RGB 142 170 178

HSL 193.33, 0.19%, 0.63%

LAB 67.81, -7.83, -7.32

 

CMYK 21 / 4 / 0 / 38

HEX #7D989F

RGB 125 152 159

HSL 192.35, 0.15%, 0.56%

LAB 61.06, -7.83, -6.82

 

CMYK 23 / 4 / 0 / 45

HEX #6C868C

RGB 108 134 140

HSL 191.25, 0.13%, 0.49%

LAB 54.17, -7.83, -6.29

 

CMYK 25 / 4 / 0 / 53

HEX #5B7479

RGB 91 116 121

HSL 190, 0.14%, 0.42%

LAB 47.1, -7.85, -5.76

 

CMYK 20 / 5 / 0 / 22

HEX #9FBDC6

RGB 159 189 198

HSL 193.85, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 74.73, -8.15, -7.92

 

CMYK 20 / 10 / 0 / 22

HEX #9FB2C6

RGB 159 178 198

HSL 210.77, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 71.75, -2.26, -12.36

 

CMYK 20 / 15 / 0 / 22

HEX #9FA8C6

RGB 159 168 198

HSL 226.15, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 69.08, 3.21, -16.38

 

CMYK 19 / 20 / 0 / 22

HEX #A19FC6

RGB 161 159 198

HSL 243.08, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 66.86, 8.86, -19.72

 

CMYK 14 / 20 / 0 / 22

HEX #AB9FC6

RGB 171 159 198

HSL 258.46, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 67.67, 12.1, -18.41

 

CMYK 20 / 5 / 0 / 22

HEX #9FBDC6

RGB 159 189 198

HSL 193.85, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 74.73, -8.15, -7.92

 

CMYK 20 / 10 / 0 / 22

HEX #9FB2C6

RGB 159 178 198

HSL 210.77, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 71.75, -2.26, -12.36

 

CMYK 20 / 15 / 0 / 22

HEX #9FA8C6

RGB 159 168 198

HSL 226.15, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 69.08, 3.21, -16.38

 

CMYK 20 / 20 / 0 / 22

HEX #9F9FC6

RGB 159 159 198

HSL 240, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 66.71, 8.23, -19.97

 

CMYK 20 / 5 / 0 / 22

HEX #9FBDC6

RGB 159 189 198

HSL 193.85, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 74.73, -8.15, -7.92

 

CMYK 30 / 7 / 0 / 18

HEX #93C3D2

RGB 147 195 210

HSL 194.29, 0.41%, 0.7%

LAB 76, -12.18, -12.61

 

CMYK 39 / 9 / 0 / 13

HEX #87CADE

RGB 135 202 222

HSL 193.79, 0.57%, 0.7%

LAB 77.68, -16.12, -16.63

 

CMYK 48 / 11 / 0 / 8

HEX #7AD0EB

RGB 122 208 235

HSL 194.34, 0.74%, 0.7%

LAB 79.18, -18.92, -21.38

 

CMYK 55 / 13 / 0 / 3

HEX #6ED7F7

RGB 110 215 247

HSL 194.01, 0.9%, 0.7%

LAB 81.09, -21.65, -24.92

 

CMYK 20 / 5 / 0 / 22

HEX #9FBDC6

RGB 159 189 198

HSL 193.85, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 74.73, -8.15, -7.92

 

CMYK 7 / 2 / 0 / 27

HEX #ACB6B9

RGB 172 182 185

HSL 193.85, 0.08%, 0.7%

LAB 73.37, -2.88, -2.73

 

CMYK 0 / 4 / 6 / 28

HEX #B8B0AD

RGB 184 176 173

HSL 16.36, 0.07%, 0.7%

LAB 72.4, 2.31, 2.54

 

CMYK 0 / 14 / 19 / 23

HEX #C5A9A0

RGB 197 169 160

HSL 14.59, 0.24%, 0.7%

LAB 71.41, 8.73, 8.4

 

CMYK 0 / 22 / 29 / 18

HEX #D1A394

RGB 209 163 148

HSL 14.75, 0.4%, 0.7%

LAB 70.79, 14.83, 14.3

 

CMYK 20 / 0 / 6 / 22

HEX #9FC6BA

RGB 159 198 186

HSL 161.54, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 76.86, -15.38, 1.73

 

CMYK 20 / 0 / 1 / 22

HEX #9FC6C4

RGB 159 198 196

HSL 176.92, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 77.13, -13.29, -3.28

 

CMYK 20 / 5 / 0 / 22

HEX #9FBDC6

RGB 159 189 198

HSL 193.85, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 74.73, -8.15, -7.92

 

CMYK 20 / 10 / 0 / 22

HEX #9FB3C6

RGB 159 179 198

HSL 209.23, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 72.02, -2.8, -11.95

 

CMYK 20 / 15 / 0 / 22

HEX #9FA8C6

RGB 159 168 198

HSL 226.15, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 69.08, 3.21, -16.38

 

CMYK 35 / 8 / 0 / 35

HEX #6C99A7

RGB 108 153 167

HSL 194.24, 0.25%, 0.54%

LAB 60.57, -11.61, -12.19

 

CMYK 26 / 6 / 0 / 29

HEX #86ABB6

RGB 134 171 182

HSL 193.75, 0.25%, 0.62%

LAB 67.7, -9.95, -9.75

 

CMYK 20 / 5 / 0 / 22

HEX #9FBDC6

RGB 159 189 198

HSL 193.85, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 74.73, -8.15, -7.92

 

CMYK 13 / 3 / 0 / 16

HEX #B9CED5

RGB 185 206 213

HSL 195, 0.25%, 0.78%

LAB 81.43, -5.63, -5.88

 

CMYK 8 / 2 / 0 / 10

HEX #D3E0E5

RGB 211 224 229

HSL 196.67, 0.26%, 0.86%

LAB 88.36, -3.38, -3.95

 

CMYK 19 / 5 / 0 / 23

HEX #9FBCC5

RGB 159 188 197

HSL 194.21, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 74.42, -7.84, -7.82

 

CMYK 11 / 20 / 0 / 22

HEX #B09FC6

RGB 176 159 198

HSL 266.15, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 68.1, 13.75, -17.73

 

CMYK 0 / 4 / 20 / 22

HEX #C6BF9F

RGB 198 191 159

HSL 49.23, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 77.14, -2.82, 17.05

 

CMYK 19 / 5 / 0 / 23

HEX #9FBCC5

RGB 159 188 197

HSL 194.21, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 74.42, -7.84, -7.82

 

CMYK 0 / 20 / 5 / 22

HEX #C69FBD

RGB 198 159 189

HSL 313.85, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 69.81, 19.47, -9.97

 

CMYK 5 / 0 / 20 / 22

HEX #BDC69F

RGB 189 198 159

HSL 73.85, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 78.29, -9.82, 18.54

 

CMYK 19 / 5 / 0 / 23

HEX #9FBCC5

RGB 159 188 197

HSL 194.21, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 74.42, -7.84, -7.82

 

CMYK 11 / 20 / 0 / 22

HEX #B09FC6

RGB 176 159 198

HSL 266.15, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 68.1, 13.75, -17.73

 

CMYK 0 / 15 / 20 / 22

HEX #C6A89F

RGB 198 168 159

HSL 13.85, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 71.22, 9.5, 8.7

 

CMYK 9 / 0 / 20 / 22

HEX #B5C69F

RGB 181 198 159

HSL 86.15, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 77.71, -12.75, 17.64

 

CMYK 19 / 5 / 0 / 23

HEX #9FBCC5

RGB 159 188 197

HSL 194.21, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 74.42, -7.84, -7.82

 

CMYK 6 / 20 / 0 / 22

HEX #BB9FC6

RGB 187 159 198

HSL 283.08, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 69.07, 17.42, -16.17

 

CMYK 0 / 15 / 20 / 22

HEX #C6A89F

RGB 198 168 159

HSL 13.85, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 71.22, 9.5, 8.7

 

CMYK 14 / 0 / 20 / 22

HEX #AAC69F

RGB 170 198 159

HSL 103.08, 0.25%, 0.7%

LAB 76.94, -16.69, 16.46

 

Description

Color code: RGB 159 188 197 | qconv.com Color code: RGB 159 188 197 | 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, 159 red, 188 green and 197 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.
159 188 197 R G B
In the CMYK color system the color is composed as follows: In this color tone, out of 100 maximum color components, 19 cyan, 5 magenta, none yellow and 23 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.
19% 5% 0% 23% C M Y K

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