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#FF722E Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #FF722E including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#FF722E Color Information

#FF722E RGB value is (255, 114, 46). The hex color red value is 255, green is 114, and blue is 46. Its HSL format shows a hue of 20°, saturation of 100 percent, and lightness of59 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 55 percent, 82 percent, 0percent.

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#FF722E Color Meaning

Color #FF722E(Crayola) (#FF722E) radiates childhood without naivety. #FF722E specific formulation—warmer and slightly redder than web orange—was engineered for tactile recognition in wax and paper. Orange (Crayola) (#FF722E) carries the sensory memory of school projects, sidewalk chalk, and handmade signs. Orange (Crayola) (#FF722E) feels human because #FF722E’s been held, not just viewed. Cognitive studies on early learning show that high-luminance oranges like Orange (Crayola) (#FF722E) enhance object recognition in children under 10 by stimulating the parietal lobe—responsible for spatial processing. Orange (Crayola) (#FF722E) remains effective in adult contexts that prioritize approachability: food delivery, community events, and educational tech. Unlike Pantone or RYB variants, Orange (Crayola) (#FF722E) lives in the realm of shared cultural memory. Brands use #FF722E to signal playfulness with purpose—think co-op logos or STEAM kits. On screens, Orange (Crayola) (#FF722E) maintains warmth without overheating; paired with slate blue or cream, #FF722E creates contrast that feels joyful, not jarring. #FF722E’s not a digital native—#FF722E’s a human one.

Color Conversion

Convert #FF722E 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
#FF722E
RGB
rgb(255, 114, 46)
HSL
hsl(20°, 100%, 59%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 55%, 82%, 0%)
HSV
hsv(20°, 82%, 100%)
XYZ
47.7505 33.4919 6.5326
Yxy
33.4919 0.5440 0.3816
Hunter Lab
57.8722 8.5643 5.1063
CIE-Lab
64.5572 50.2516 60.5959

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red255 / 255 (100%)
100%
Green114 / 255 (45%)
45%
Blue46 / 255 (18%)
18%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta55 / 100 (55%)
55%
Yellow82 / 100 (82%)
82%
Key (Black)0 / 100 (0%)

Color Variations

#FF722E 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

#FF722E 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 #FF722E 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+)

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Normal Text

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WCAG AAA

UI Components

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WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #FF722E 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

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protanopia

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #FF722E;

Text Color

color: #FF722E;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #FF722E;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #FF722E40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #FF722E;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #FF722E 0%, #b03b00 100%);

#FF722E Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #FF722E color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.