Codes & values
- Color Name
Orange Red - Color ID
KDF-C-16729344 - HEX
#FF4500 - RGB
rgb(255, 69, 0) - RGBA
rgba(255, 69, 0, 1) - HSL
hsl(16, 100%, 50%) - HSLA
hsla(16, 100%, 50%, 1) - HSV / HSB
hsv(16, 100%, 100%) - CMYK
cmyk(0%, 73%, 100%, 0%) - Light / Dark
mid
Quick answers
- What is the HEX code for Orange Red?
- #FF4500
- What is Orange Red RGB?
- rgb(255, 69, 0)
- What is Orange Red HSL?
- hsl(16, 100%, 50%)
- What is Orange Red CMYK?
- cmyk(0%, 73%, 100%, 0%)
What is Orange Red?
Orange Red is a curated orange family color at #FF4500. It appears in our library with tags for web, design, ui and matches the CSS named color keyword. This mid-range shade works as a primary brand or UI accent when contrast with text is verified. Temperature lean: warm — energetic, inviting, and closer to red/orange/yellow on the wheel..
Orange Red HEX code
The HEX code for Orange Red is #FF4500. Paste it into CSS as color: #FF4500; or background-color: #FF4500;. Design tools accept the same six-digit value without the # prefix (ff4500).
Orange Red RGB
Orange Red in RGB is rgb(255, 69, 0) (channels R 255, G 69, B 0). Use RGB when you need opacity via rgba(255, 69, 0, 1).
Orange Red HSL & HSV
HSL is hsl(16, 100%, 50%) — useful for generating lighter/darker variants by adjusting lightness. HSV/HSB is hsv(16, 100%, 100%), closer to how many digital pickers expose hue, saturation, and brightness.
Orange Red CMYK
Approximate CMYK for Orange Red is cmyk(0%, 73%, 100%, 0%). Screen HEX/RGB values are device-dependent; for print, always soft-proof in your print profile rather than relying on a web conversion alone.
Shades of Orange Red
Darker shades (mixed toward black): #D53A00, #AA2E00, #802300, #551700, #2A0B00. Use deeper shades for hover states, borders, and dark-mode accents.
Tints of Orange Red
Lighter tints (mixed toward white): #FF642B, #FF8355, #FFA280, #FFC1AA, #FFE0D5. Tints work well for soft backgrounds, chips, and secondary buttons.
Colors that go with Orange Red
Complementary pairing: #FF4500, #00BAFF. Analogous neighbors: #FF003A, #FF4500, #FFC500. Triadic accents: #FF4500, #00FF45, #4500FF. Always check text contrast when pairing.
Orange Red color combinations
A practical combo: primary #FF4500, complementary accent #00BAFF, and a neutral charcoal or off-white for text and surfaces. Split-complementary options: #FF4500, #00FFC5, #003AFF.
Orange Red in web design
Orange is a strong CTA and promo accent. It reads energetic on light backgrounds and pairs well with deep navy or charcoal for e-commerce and food brands.
Orange Red in branding
Brand oranges feel approachable and action-oriented — common in marketplaces and youth-facing apps. Contrast vs white is 3.44:1 (better as a large accent or background than small body text); vs black 6.10:1.
Orange Red as a neon accent
Orange Red reads neon/electric. Prefer dark backgrounds, use sparingly for logos and nightlife creatives, and verify contrast for any overlaid text.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the HEX code for Orange Red?
- Orange Red: #FF4500.
- What is Orange Red RGB?
- Orange Red: rgb(255, 69, 0).
- What is Orange Red HSL?
- Orange Red: hsl(16, 100%, 50%).
- What is Orange Red CMYK?
- Orange Red: cmyk(0%, 73%, 100%, 0%).
- What colors go with Orange Red?
- Try complementary #FF4500, #00BAFF or analogous #FF003A, #FF4500, #FFC500.
- Is Orange Red good for text on white?
- Not ideal for small body text (3.44:1). Use as a large heading, button, or background instead.
Accessibility snapshot
Contrast vs white: 3.44:1 (prefer large accent or background). Contrast vs black: 6.10:1. Complementary swatch: #FF4500, #00BAFF.
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