Tangerine Yellow
HEX: #FFCC00 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#FFCC00
255, 204, 0
48°, 100% ,50%
0, 20, 100, 0
About Tangerine Yellow
Tangerine Yellow (#FFCC00) is a color with RGB(255, 204, 0) and HSL(48°, 100%, 50%). It is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #0033FF, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #00FFCC and Vivid Orchid (#CC00FF). The name comes from Tangerine Yellow (English).
- HEX: #FFCC00
- RGB: 255, 204, 0
- HSL: 48°, 100%, 50%
- Mood: Energetic, Bold
- Style: Vivid, Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #0033FF
- Triadic colors: #00FFCC, Vivid Orchid (#CC00FF)
- The name comes from Tangerine Yellow (English).
Live Components
Color Palettes
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 #FFCC00 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The color 'Tangerine Yellow' is a descriptive color name, directly referencing the vibrant orange-yellow hue of a ripe tangerine. While oranges and yellows have existed as colors forever, the specific naming convention 'Tangerine Yellow' is a modern invention. It likely emerged as a more specific descriptor than 'orange' or 'yellow' to capture a particular shade that is brighter and more yellow-leaning than a true orange, but still distinct from a pure yellow. Its popularity has ebbed and flowed with fashion trends, often associated with retro aesthetics from the mid-20th century.
First Recorded Use
The term 'tangerine' for the fruit itself became common in English in the late 19th century, referring to tangerines from Tangier, Morocco. The specific color name 'Tangerine Yellow' or simply 'Tangerine' as a color gained traction in the early 20th century as color standardization and naming became more prevalent in fashion, art, and design.
Cultural Associations
Tangerine Yellow evokes feelings of warmth, energy, and tropical vibrancy. It is often associated with summer, citrus fruits, and exotic locales. In fashion, it can be seen as bold and playful. In interior design, it can add a pop of color and warmth. It's less common in formal or traditional contexts and more at home in modern, casual, or artistic settings. It can also be associated with sunsets and autumn foliage, depending on the specific shade and context.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #FFCC00;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #FFCC00;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #FFCC00;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#FFCC00,
#0033FF
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#FFCC00,
#0033FF
);
}// SCSS variable
$tangerine-yellow: #FFCC00;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$tangerine-yellow-r: 255;
$tangerine-yellow-g: 204;
$tangerine-yellow-b: 0;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $tangerine-yellow;
color: rgba($tangerine-yellow-r, $tangerine-yellow-g, $tangerine-yellow-b, 0.8);
}