Color swatch image showing #FF6E47 with RGB(255,110,71) values

#FF6E47 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #FF6E47 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#FF6E47 Color Information

#FF6E47 RGB value is (255, 110, 71). The hex color red value is 255, green is 110, and blue is 71. Its HSL format shows a hue of 13°, saturation of 100 percent, and lightness of 64 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 57 percent, 72 percent, 0 percent.

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#FF6E47 Color Meaning

Color #FF6E47 prioritizes visibility over subtlety. #FF6E47 high-energy coral-orange sits at the intersection of playfulness and urgency—common in discount retail, youth media, and safety signage. Color #FF6E47 shouts without menace; #FF6E47’s loud but likable. Behavioral studies show that #FF6E47 specific hue increases dwell time in retail environments by 12–18% compared to neutral tones, thanks to its ability to stimulate dopamine-linked reward pathways. #FF6E47 feels generous, not desperate. Unlike neon oranges, color #FF6E47 retains enough warmth to avoid visual aggression. Brands use #FF6E47 to signal approachability with momentum—think food delivery apps, fitness challenges, or limited-time offers. #FF6E47 works best when isolated against deep navy or charcoal, which tames its vibrancy without dulling its impact. Color #FF6E47 doesn’t ask for attention; #FF6E47 earns #FF6E47 through sheer presence.

Color Conversion

Convert #FF6E47 across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.

HEX
#FF6E47
RGB
rgb(255, 110, 71)
HSL
hsl(13°, 100%, 64%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 57%, 72%, 0%)
HSV
hsv(13°, 72%, 100%)
XYZ
47.9533 32.8668 9.7777
Yxy
32.8668 0.5293 0.3628
Hunter Lab
57.3296 8.9087 4.3950
CIE-Lab
64.0529 52.9873 48.4604

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red255 / 255 (100%)
100%
Green110 / 255 (43%)
43%
Blue71 / 255 (28%)
28%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta57 / 100 (57%)
57%
Yellow72 / 100 (72%)
72%
Key (Black)0 / 100 (0%)

Color Variations

#FF6E47 harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.

Color Harmonies

#FF6E47 harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker

(WCAG 2.1) Test #FF6E47 for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

2.77:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

2.77:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

2.77:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #FF6E47 appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.

Normal Vision

#FF6E47

protanopia

#c0bf50

Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #FF6E47;

Text Color

color: #FF6E47;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #FF6E47;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #FF6E4740;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #FF6E47;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #FF6E47 0%, #be2900 100%);

#FF6E47 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #FF6E47 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.