Flash of Orange
An intense and highly energetic vibrant orange
This glowing, high-saturation orange feels intense and optimistic. Use #ffaa00 as an accent color rather than a primary background to avoid overwhelming a layout, as its brightness demands immediate attention. It pairs effectively with deep charcoals, creating a sharp contrast that makes the orange pop. The hex code for this energetic shade is #ffaa00.
Questions about Flash of Orange
What is the hex code for Flash of Orange?
Flash of Orange is #ffaa00. In RGB that is rgb(255, 170, 0), in HSL hsl(40, 100%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 100%, 0%.
How can I use #ffaa00 effectively in a web design layout?
Use #ffaa00 as a strategic accent color to draw the eye toward primary call-to-action buttons or important notifications. Because this shade is so visually demanding, it works best when balanced against neutral, grounded backgrounds like charcoal or deep slate.
Is Flash of Orange readable on white or black?
Flash of Orange has a 1.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.00:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.