Color swatch image showing #FF7549 with RGB(255,117,73) values
Color swatch image showing #FF7549 with RGB(255,117,73) values

#FF7549 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #FF7549 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#FF7549 Color Information

#FF7549 RGB value is (255, 117, 73). The hex color red value is 255, green is 117, and blue is 73. Its HSL format shows a hue of 15°, saturation of 100 percent, and lightness of 64 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 54 percent, 71 percent, 0 percent.

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#FF7549 Color Meaning

Color #FF7549 prioritizes visibility over subtlety. #FF7549 high-energy coral-orange sits at the intersection of playfulness and urgency—common in discount retail, youth media, and safety signage. Color #FF7549 shouts without menace; #FF7549’s loud but likable. Behavioral studies show that #FF7549 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. #FF7549 feels generous, not desperate. Unlike neon oranges, color #FF7549 retains enough warmth to avoid visual aggression. Brands use #FF7549 to signal approachability with momentum—think food delivery apps, fitness challenges, or limited-time offers. #FF7549 works best when isolated against deep navy or charcoal, which tames its vibrancy without dulling its impact. Color #FF7549 doesn’t ask for attention; #FF7549 earns #FF7549 through sheer presence.

Color Conversion

Convert #FF7549 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
#FF7549
RGB
rgb(255, 117, 73)
HSL
hsl(15°, 100%, 64%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 54%, 71%, 0%)
HSV
hsv(15°, 71%, 100%)
XYZ
48.8039 34.4636 10.3832
Yxy
34.4636 0.5211 0.3680
Hunter Lab
58.7057 8.7585 4.6966
CIE-Lab
65.3289 49.8271 48.8487

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red255 / 255 (100%)
100%
Green117 / 255 (46%)
46%
Blue73 / 255 (29%)
29%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta54 / 100 (54%)
54%
Yellow71 / 100 (71%)
71%
Key (Black)0 / 100 (0%)

Color Variations

#FF7549 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

#FF7549 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 #FF7549 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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#FF7549

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

2.66:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

2.66:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

2.66:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #FF7549 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

#FF7549

protanopia

#c3c254

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #FF7549;

Text Color

color: #FF7549;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #FF7549;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #FF754940;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #FF7549;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #FF7549 0%, #be2f00 100%);

#FF7549 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #FF7549 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.