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Orange

Orange combines energy with friendliness, often landing between red urgency and yellow brightness.

Warm Colors

#F97316

warmfriendlyctavibrant

Color values

Hex
#F97316
RGB
rgb(249, 115, 22)
HSL
hsl(25, 95%, 53%)

Overview

Orange is a warm color with the hex value #F97316. It often feels energetic and friendly, which makes it useful for calls to action, promotions, hospitality, and approachable product accents.

Orange can bring warmth quickly, but if too many orange elements compete for attention the whole page can feel noisy.

Symbolism and context

Orange may suggest movement, friendliness, urgency, appetite, or creative momentum depending on the setting.

It often feels less severe than red and less fragile than yellow, which is why it is common for buttons and marketing moments.

Common design uses

  • • call-to-action buttons
  • • promotional highlights
  • • food and hospitality branding
  • • badges, notifications, and event graphics
  • • warm accent gradients and energetic palette anchors

Pairing guidance

Orange pairs well with cream, white, charcoal, brown, and muted warm neutrals.

A dark cool accent can contrast nicely with orange, but the palette still needs strong neutrals to stay organized.

Use darker orange shades for hover states and lighter tints for soft surfaces or backgrounds.

Accessibility notes

Orange buttons need careful text contrast. White text does not automatically work on every orange.

If orange is used for alerts or urgency, support it with copy and structure rather than relying on the hue alone.

Check this color in the contrast checker

Related colors

Red#FF3B30Magenta#D946EFYellow#FACC15Pink#EC4899

Related tools

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FAQ

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What is the hex value of Orange?

The hex value is #F97316.

What family does Orange belong to?

Orange belongs to the warm-colors family in ColorDB.

Is Orange good for text?

It depends on the background. Test the exact contrast pair before using it for text or small UI labels.

What colors pair well with Orange?

Good pairings depend on the intended mood. Neutrals are usually a safe starting point, and related colors from the same family can create a smoother palette.

Can I use Orange in CSS?

Yes. You can use its HEX, RGB, or HSL value in CSS.