Color: Dark Orange
Complete color information and conversion tools for Dark Orange
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Test Dark Orange for accessibility compliance and color contrast ratios.
Basic Contrast Ratios
WCAG 2.1 Compliance
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Required ratio: 3:1
Required ratio: 7:1
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Usage Recommendations
✓ Excellent for accessibility
This color meets AAA standards and is suitable for all text sizes and UI elements.
Recommended text color: Use #000000 text for optimal readability on Dark Orange backgrounds.
Colors similar to Dark Orange based on hue and saturation.
About Dark Orange Color
The Dark Orange color (#FF8C00) is a orange color that belongs to the web-safe color palette. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Dark Orange, including its technical specifications, psychological impact, design applications, and practical usage examples.
Dark Orange has the hexadecimal code #FF8C00 and RGB values of 255, 140, 0. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 33°, saturation of 100%, and lightness of 50%. This color is widely supported across all browsers and design applications.
Discover the psychological impact and cultural significance of Dark Orange.
Associated Emotions
Enthusiasm, creativity, warmth, adventure, fun
Symbolism & Meaning
Energy, vitality, playfulness, affordability
Marketing & Branding
Creates excitement, promotes impulse buying, appears friendly
Learn how to effectively use Dark Orange in various design contexts.
Web Design
- • Headers
- • Links
- • Corporate themes
- • Trust indicators
- • Professional layouts
Interior Design
- • Bedrooms
- • Bathrooms
- • Office spaces
- • Coastal themes
Graphic Design
- • Corporate branding
- • Healthcare materials
- • Technology themes
- • Professional presentations
Fashion & Clothing
- • Business attire
- • Denim
- • Formal wear
- • Casual shirts
Complete technical details and color space information for Dark Orange.
Color Temperature
Dominant Wavelength
Color Purity
Brightness Index
Real-world examples and code snippets showing how to use Dark Orange.
CSS Examples
Design Tips & Best Practices
When using Dark Orange in your designs, consider its psychological impact and cultural associations. This color works well in web design, branding, and marketing materials and can be effectively paired with complementary colors to create striking visual compositions.
Accessibility Considerations
When using Dark Orange as a text or background color, ensure sufficient contrast ratios for accessibility compliance. Test your color combinations against WCAG guidelines to ensure readability for all users.