#F34334
- RGB
- 243, 67, 52
- Brightness
- 143.5
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 5°, 89%, 58%
- HSV V %
- 95%
- Lab
- 55.4, 65.7, 49.6
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 72%, 79%, 5%
- PNG size
- 4.7 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, intense warm hue
Recommended text: Black (5.66:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #F34334
Common Name: Federal Standard 595c, Fluorescent Red Orange
RGB: 243, 67, 52
HSL: 8°, 83%, 58%
Contrast with White: 3.3:1 - AA fail
Contrast with Black: 6.3:1 - AA pass
Mood: This color is intense, vibrant, and highly visible. It evokes a sense of urgency and attention, often used for safety, alerts, and designs that need to stand out. It blends the boldness of red with the energetic vibe of orange, making it a popular choice for warning signs, safety equipment, and emergency signals.
Notable Matches:
- Federal Standard 595c: Fluorescent Red Orange - #F34334
- Behr: Fire Island - #DB472B
- Munsell: 7.5r 5/16 - #DE352A
- Jotun: #D75C3E
- Kelly Moore: A Olympic Torch - #DD5033
Why Designers Use It:
Designers gravitate towards this striking shade of red-orange for its high visibility and its ability to grab attention without being overwhelming. Its dual influence from both red and orange makes it perfect for safety signage, cautionary warnings, or any project aiming for high contrast and immediate recognition. In addition to its common use in safety-related contexts like road signs, it can also be found in the entertainment and sports industry where visibility is key. This color is often chosen to evoke urgency or stimulate alertness. With its strong, clear presence, it's frequently utilized in branding for companies that prioritize safety or high energy, such as safety gear, fire trucks, and traffic signals. Its use in design may also invoke feelings of excitement or urgency, making it a popular choice for promotions, products, or themes associated with energy and movement.