FF9900

FF9900 is a hexadecimal color code used in digital color spaces. When expressed as #FF9900, it corresponds to an RGB color with red 255, green 153, and blue 0, placing it in the orange family as a bright, warm shade.

In perceptual terms, the color has an approximate hue of 36 degrees, with very high saturation and mid-range lightness (roughly HSL 36°, 100%, 50%). In printing approximations, it corresponds to a CMYK mix near 0% cyan, 40% magenta, 100% yellow, and 0% black, yielding a vivid orange impression.

Usage and applications: FF9900 is commonly employed in web design and branding to convey energy, enthusiasm, and visibility. It is often used as an accent color to attract attention or to highlight call-to-action elements. Designers consider accessibility and contrast when pairing it with text or backgrounds to maintain legibility on different displays and print materials.

Related considerations: As a strong, saturated color, FF9900 can dominate visual layouts if overused. It sits between standard orange tones on the color spectrum, offering a slightly reddish-orange appearance compared with pure orange hues. In digital design, its performance can vary with lighting conditions and display calibration, making contrast testing important for usability.