Red Orange

HEX: #FF5349 | Modern Palette

On White
3.19:1
FAIL
On Black
6.59:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#FF5349
RGB
255, 83, 73
HSL
3°, 100% ,64%
CMYK
0, 67, 71, 0

About Red Orange

Red Orange (#FF5349) is a color with RGB(255, 83, 73) and HSL(3.3°, 100%, 64.3%). It is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Neon styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #49F5FF, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #49FF53 and #5349FF. The name comes from Red Orange (English).

  • HEX: #FF5349
  • RGB: 255, 83, 73
  • HSL: 3.3°, 100%, 64.3%
  • Mood: Energetic, Bold
  • Style: Vivid, Neon
  • Use case: Text, Button, Accent
  • Complementary color: #49F5FF
  • Triadic colors: #49FF53, #5349FF
  • The name comes from Red Orange (English).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
System Notification Box

Color Palettes

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

Shades & Tints

A seamless scale of #FF5349 from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Energetic Bold
Style
Vivid Neon
Use case
Text Button Accent

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #A0A03D
Protanopia #77774B
Tritanopia #FF5252
Achromatopsia #909090

Frequently Asked Questions

Red Orange (#FF5349) is a color with RGB(255, 83, 73) and HSL(3.3°, 100%, 64.3%).

#FF5349 pairs strongly with #49F5FF as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#FF5349 is suitable for Text, Button, Accent and works well with Vivid, Neon styles.

#FF5349 is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold.

The name Red Orange is linked to Red Orange from English, meaning A color that is a mixture of red and orange, leaning more towards red..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Red Orange
Meaning A color that is a mixture of red and orange, leaning more towards red.
Language English
First Recorded Use Early 20th Century

History

The concept of intermediate colors between primary and secondary colors has always existed, but formal naming conventions evolved over time. 'Red Orange' describes a hue that is warmer than pure red but not as yellow as pure orange. Its use became more prevalent in art, fashion, and interior design as a way to precisely communicate color choices. The hex code #ff5349 is a modern digital representation of one specific shade within the 'Red Orange' spectrum.

First Recorded Use

The specific compound term 'Red Orange' as a distinct color name likely gained traction with the standardization of color systems and the rise of commercial art and design in the early to mid-20th century. While red and orange have existed as colors for millennia, the precise naming of intermediate hues became more common with industrialization and scientific classification.

Cultural Associations

Red-orange hues are often associated with energy, warmth, excitement, and passion. They can evoke feelings of autumn, sunsets, fire, and tropical fruits. In some cultures, these colors might be linked to celebration or danger, depending on the specific context and the balance between red and orange. It's a vibrant and attention-grabbing color.

Similar Named Colors
Sunset Orange #FD5E53 ΔE 1.89
Coral Red #FF4040 ΔE 2.72
Carmine Pink #EB4C42 ΔE 4.25
Tomato #FF6347 ΔE 4.32

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #FF5349;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #FF5349;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #FF5349;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #FF5349,
        #49F5FF
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #FF5349,
        #49F5FF
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$red-orange: #FF5349;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$red-orange-r: 255;
$red-orange-g: 83;
$red-orange-b: 73;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $red-orange;
    color: rgba($red-orange-r, $red-orange-g, $red-orange-b, 0.8);
}