#FF1F00
- RGB
- 255, 31, 0
- Brightness
- 141.4
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 7°, 100%, 50%
- HSV V %
- 100%
- Lab
- 54.3, 77.1, 67.6
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 88%, 100%, 0%
- PNG size
- 4.5 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, intense warm hue
Black text
5.45:1
AA (normal) · AAA (large) (large)
White text
3.85:1
Fail (normal) · AA (large) (large)
Recommended text: Black (5.45:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #FF1F00
Common Name: RAL 2005 - Luminous Orange
RGB: 255, 31, 0
HSL: 16°, 100%, 50%
Contrast with White: 8.3, AA Pass
Contrast with Black: 8.4, AA Pass
Mood: Luminous Orange, in all its vibrancy, instantly draws attention and exudes energy. It's bold and unapologetic, often evoking a sense of urgency, warmth, and alertness. This color finds frequent use in industries where high visibility is key, like in road signs or safety gear. Its striking appearance can be seen as dynamic and invigorating, but it can also feel intense when overused.
Notable Matches:
- RAL 2005 - Luminous Orange (#FF1F00) - RAL Classic
- BS 2660 - Poppy Red (#C7361E) - British Standard
- Pantone 172 C (#FE4819) - Pantone Solid Coated
- Benjamin Moore - Tawny Day Lily (#E14328) - Benjamin Moore
- Jotun - Orange (#D75C3E) - Jotun Paint
Why Designers Use It:
- Visibility & Attention: Designers use Luminous Orange for its high visibility, often for road safety signs, construction zones, or emergency vehicles. It's a common color in the industrial and manufacturing sectors where high contrast and attention are critical.
- Energy & Boldness: This color is known for its energizing effect. It’s often chosen to bring a dynamic feel to brand designs and is frequently used in marketing materials aiming for a bold impression.
- Regional Affiliation: While popular worldwide, this orange has strong associations with certain European and North American safety standards, and it's seen in products like uniforms and signage.
- Trendy or Timeless: Luminous Orange is more of a classic in safety and emergency design, but it has been revived in modern branding and marketing, especially in sectors requiring a clear call to action.
- Industrial & Textile Use: Given its high visibility, this color is often used in automotive, textile, and manufacturing industries, such as in car interior highlights or as a textile pattern in protective workwear.