Color swatch image showing #FF7544 with RGB(255,117,68) values
Color swatch image showing #FF7544 with RGB(255,117,68) values

#FF7544 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #FF7544 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#FF7544 Color Information

#FF7544 RGB value is (255, 117, 68). The hex color red value is 255, green is 117, and blue is 68. Its HSL format shows a hue of 16°, saturation of 100 percent, and lightness of 63 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 54 percent, 73 percent, 0 percent.

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#FF7544 Color Meaning

Color #FF7544 prioritizes visibility over subtlety. #FF7544 high-energy coral-orange sits at the intersection of playfulness and urgency—common in discount retail, youth media, and safety signage. Color #FF7544 shouts without menace; #FF7544’s loud but likable. Behavioral studies show that #FF7544 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. #FF7544 feels generous, not desperate. Unlike neon oranges, color #FF7544 retains enough warmth to avoid visual aggression. Brands use #FF7544 to signal approachability with momentum—think food delivery apps, fitness challenges, or limited-time offers. #FF7544 works best when isolated against deep navy or charcoal, which tames its vibrancy without dulling its impact. Color #FF7544 doesn’t ask for attention; #FF7544 earns #FF7544 through sheer presence.

Color Conversion

Convert #FF7544 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
#FF7544
RGB
rgb(255, 117, 68)
HSL
hsl(16°, 100%, 63%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 54%, 73%, 0%)
HSV
hsv(16°, 73%, 100%)
XYZ
48.6447 34.3999 9.5448
Yxy
34.3999 0.5254 0.3715
Hunter Lab
58.6514 8.6966 4.8252
CIE-Lab
65.2788 49.6073 51.2909

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red255 / 255 (100%)
100%
Green117 / 255 (46%)
46%
Blue68 / 255 (27%)
27%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta54 / 100 (54%)
54%
Yellow73 / 100 (73%)
73%
Key (Black)0 / 100 (0%)

Color Variations

#FF7544 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

#FF7544 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 #FF7544 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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#FF7544

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 #FF7544 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

#FF7544

protanopia

#c3c250

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #FF7544;

Text Color

color: #FF7544;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #FF7544;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #FF754440;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #FF7544;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #FF7544 0%, #bb3200 100%);

#FF7544 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #FF7544 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.