orangeyellow

Orangeyellow is a hue that sits on the spectrum between orange and yellow. In common usage it describes a bright, warm color that blends the vitality of orange with the brightness of yellow. Because color perception depends on devices, lighting, and color model, orangeyellow is not a fixed standard and can vary across palettes.

In digital color systems, orangeyellow can be approximated by hex values around #FFC400 to #FFB300, with HSL values roughly hue 40–50 degrees, high saturation, and moderate to lightness. In print, this shade is produced with strong yellow and orange inks, adjusted with a touch of magenta or cyan to shift hue.

Applications include branding, product packaging, signage, sports apparel, and interior design where a sunny, energetic impression is desired. It is often used as an accent color or to draw attention rather than as a dominant field color. It pairs well with deep blues, grays, and white, and can be used to create contrast or highlight focal elements.

Accessibility considerations note that bright orangeyellow can pose legibility challenges. When used as a background, ensure sufficient contrast with foreground text; for body text, darker shades or overlaying patterns may be needed. Designers often use lighter tints or darker desaturated variants to improve readability.

Variations exist in different naming systems; orangeyellow may be described as yellow with orange undertones, orange-yellow, amber, or goldenrod depending on context. It shares qualities with warm color families and is distinct from pure yellow or orange.