Bright Orange (#ffac1c) Color Meaning, Codes and Information

A complete guide to Bright Orange (#ffac1c) covering color values, harmonies, shades, meaning, and practical uses across design, branding, and everyday visuals.

Bright Orange (#ffac1c) Color Information

Bright Orange (#ffac1c) RGB value is (255, 172, 28). The hex color red value is 255, green is 172, and blue is 28. Its HSL format shows a hue of 38°, saturation of 100%, and lightness of 55%, while the CMYK process values are 0%, 33%, 89%, and 0%.

Colors that pair well with Bright Orange (#ffac1c) include Traffic Orange (#F54021), Sulfur Yellow (#EDFF21), and Neon Ice (#15F4EE), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Tropical Mint (#00FFBF), Psilocybin Purple (#A020F0), and Blue (Crayola) (#1F75FE) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.

Clear image showing Bright Orange color swatch with hex value #FFAC1C and RGB value (255,172,28)
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Bright Orange (#ffac1c) Color Meaning

Bright Orange (#FFAC1C) is a vivid, energetic orange with golden undertones. It belongs to the bold orange family and conveys excitement, creativity, and attention. Designers often use Bright Orange in branding, advertising, and interiors to energize spaces, attract focus, and evoke positivity. Its intensity makes it a natural choice for focal points and impactful visuals. Historically, Bright Orange (#FFAC1C) has been associated with fire, harvest, and vitality. In art, it represents warmth, movement, and exuberance. Its bright tone has been popular in modern design and sports branding, signaling enthusiasm, innovation, and dynamic energy. Bright Orange’s ability to balance warmth and visibility makes it highly versatile. Bright Orange (#FFAC1C) symbolizes energy, creativity, and optimism. Across cultures, orange shades represent vitality, warmth, and joy. Its visual presence commands attention while remaining cheerful and inviting. Interestingly, Bright Orange pairs effectively with deep blues, dark browns, or muted grays, enhancing contrast and visual impact while maintaining balance.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Bright Orange (#ffac1c) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX
#ffac1c
RGB
rgb(255, 172, 28)
HSL
hsl(38°, 100%, 55%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 33%, 89%, 0%)
HSV
hsv(38°, 89%, 100%)
XYZ
56.2021 50.8489 7.9513
Yxy
50.8489 0.4887 0.4422
Hunter Lab
71.3084 5.2187 9.9659
CIE-Lab
76.5874 20.5866 76.0368

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Bright Orange (#ffac1c) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red255 / 255 (100%)
100%
Green172 / 255 (67%)
67%
Blue28 / 255 (11%)
11%

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta33 / 100 (33%)
33%
Yellow89 / 100 (89%)
89%
Key (Black)0 / 100 (0%)

Color Variations

A full range of Bright Orange (#ffac1c) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Bright Orange (#ffac1c) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.

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 Complementary

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker (WCAG)

Luminance contrast ratios for Bright Orange (#ffac1c) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

#FFFFFF
#ffac1c

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

1.88:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

1.88:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

1.88:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Bright Orange (#ffac1c) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.

Normal Vision

Bright Orange (#ffac1c)

protanopia

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #ffac1c;

Text Color

color: #ffac1c;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #ffac1c;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #ffac1c40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #ffac1c;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #ffac1c 0%, #a56800 100%);

Seamless Patterns

High-resolution seamless patterns featuring Bright Orange (#ffac1c) provide ready-to-use backgrounds, wallpapers, and print designs for any project.

Diagonal Stripes
Polka Dots
Chevron
Diamond Grid
Hexagon
Waves
Crosshatch
Zigzag
Brick Wall
Triangles
Circles Grid
Herringbone

Icons

A collection of popular icons in Bright Orange (#ffac1c) offers ready-to-use visuals for interfaces, designs, and creative projects.

Real-World Applications

Real-world mockups of Bright Orange (#ffac1c) showcase its versatility across fashion, interiors, branding, and product packaging.

Fashion
Colored T-Shirt
Fashion
Baseball Cap
Interior
Living Room
Exterior
Office Complex
BRAND
Brands
Aluminum Can
Vehicle
Glossy Sportscar
Brands
Shopping Bag
Interior
Matte Wall
Brands
Flagship Phone

Useful Color Tools

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Bright Orange (#ffac1c) Color FAQs

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