Color swatch image showing #FF6950 with RGB(255,105,80) values

#FF6950 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #FF6950 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#FF6950 Color Information

#FF6950 RGB value is (255, 105, 80). The hex color red value is 255, green is 105, and blue is 80. Its HSL format shows a hue of 9°, saturation of 100 percent, and lightness of 66 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 59 percent, 69 percent, 0 percent.

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#FF6950 Color Meaning

Color #FF6950 prioritizes visibility over subtlety. #FF6950 high-energy coral-orange sits at the intersection of playfulness and urgency—common in discount retail, youth media, and safety signage. Color #FF6950 shouts without menace; #FF6950’s loud but likable. Behavioral studies show that #FF6950 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. #FF6950 feels generous, not desperate. Unlike neon oranges, color #FF6950 retains enough warmth to avoid visual aggression. Brands use #FF6950 to signal approachability with momentum—think food delivery apps, fitness challenges, or limited-time offers. #FF6950 works best when isolated against deep navy or charcoal, which tames its vibrancy without dulling its impact. Color #FF6950 doesn’t ask for attention; #FF6950 earns #FF6950 through sheer presence.

Color Conversion

Convert #FF6950 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
#FF6950
RGB
rgb(255, 105, 80)
HSL
hsl(9°, 100%, 66%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 59%, 69%, 0%)
HSV
hsv(9°, 69%, 100%)
XYZ
47.7395 31.9423 11.2388
Yxy
31.9423 0.5251 0.3513
Hunter Lab
56.5175 9.1319 3.9217
CIE-Lab
63.2952 55.6611 42.8986

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red255 / 255 (100%)
100%
Green105 / 255 (41%)
41%
Blue80 / 255 (31%)
31%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta59 / 100 (59%)
59%
Yellow69 / 100 (69%)
69%
Key (Black)0 / 100 (0%)

Color Variations

#FF6950 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

#FF6950 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 #FF6950 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+)

2.84:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

2.84:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

2.84:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #FF6950 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

#FF6950

protanopia

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #FF6950;

Text Color

color: #FF6950;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #FF6950;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #FF695040;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #FF6950;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #FF6950 0%, #c31d00 100%);

#FF6950 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #FF6950 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.