What Color isAtomic Tangerine?

#FF9C66

What Color is Atomic Tangerine

Atomic Tangerine (Hex #FF9C66) is a intense, high-saturation, light shade of orange. As a warm color, it pairs exceptionally well with contrasting blues. Get RGB values, find matching paints, and download Atomic Tangerine palettes.

What color is opposite Atomic Tangerine?

The opposite color to Atomic Tangerine is Malibu (#66c9ff).

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Additional Information

  • Color Family: Orange
  • Temperature: Warm
  • Associated Season: Spring
  • Complementary Color: #66C9FF
  • Brightness: 179/255
  • Saturation: 60%

Colors That Pair Well With Atomic Tangerine

Complementary

Pair with Malibu for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.

#FF9C66#66c9ff

High Contrast

Use Matisse for maximum readability. Ideal for text or critical UI elements.

#FF9C66#006399

Harmonious Depth

Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.

#ffc4a3#804e33

Color Variations

Tints (add white)

Hit Pink#ffa67510%
Hit Pink#ffb08520%
Tacao#ffba9430%
Flesh#ffc4a340%
Apricot Peach#ffceb350%
Tuft Bush#ffd7c260%
Tuft Bush#ffe1d170%
Linen#ffebe080%
Provincial Pink#fff5f090%

Tones (add grey)

Atomic Tangerine#f2996910%
Copperfield#e6966b20%
Burning Sand#d9946e30%
Antique Brass#cc917040%
Antique Brass#c08e7350%
Sandrift#b38b7660%
Sandrift#a6887870%
Squirrel#99867b80%
Schooner#8d837d90%

Shades (add black)

Raw Sienna#e68c5c10%
Copperfield#cc7d5220%
Santa Fe#b36d4730%
Cape Palliser#995e3d40%
Potters Clay#804e3350%
Spice#663e2960%
Saddle#4d2f1f70%
Eclipse#331f1480%
Crowshead#1a100a90%

Color Conversions

Hex
#FF9C66
RGB
255, 156, 102
RGB %
100%, 61%, 40%
HSL
21°, 100%, 70%
HSV
21°, 60%, 100%
CMYK
0%, 39%, 60%, 0%
LAB
73.54, 32.02, 43.57
XYZ
55.53, 46.00, 18.52

Color Blindness Simulation

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CSS Snippets

Text Color (Hex)
Aa
color: #FF9C66;
Text Color (RGB)
Aa
color: rgb(255, 156, 102);
Background Color
background-color: #FF9C66;
Border
border: 3px solid #FF9C66;
Box Shadow
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #FF9C6666;
Gradient
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #FF9C66 0%, #ffffff 100%);
Cushion Mockup

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MaterialEco Velvet
Size30cm x 30cm
Color
Atomic Tangerine

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Product Details

Add a touch of luxury to your home with our premium Eco Velvet cushions. Soft to the touch, these cushions are perfect for adding comfort and style to any room.

  • Material: Soft Eco Velvet.
  • Feel: Velvety soft finish.
  • Backing: Stone coloured back (or double-sided print).
  • Print: Edge-to-edge vibrant color using water-based inks.
  • Care: Machine washable at 30°C.
  • Construction: Handmade to order with a concealed zipper.
Eco Credentials

We believe in sustainable style. Our cushions are crafted with the planet in mind.

  • Made to Order: Produced only when you order, eliminating overproduction and waste.
  • Water-Based Inks: Printed using neo-pigment, water-based inks that are non-hazardous, toxin-free, and vegan-friendly.
  • Local Fulfilment: Produced locally where possible to reduce carbon emissions from transport.
  • Vegan Friendly: No animal products are used in the production of these cushions.

What Goes With Atomic Tangerine?

Explore color palettes containing Atomic Tangerine and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.

Analogous

Brink Pink
Atomic Tangerine
Portica

Complementary

Atomic Tangerine
Malibu

Split-complementary

Atomic Tangerine
Aquamarine
Royal Blue

Triadic

Atomic Tangerine
Mint Green
Purple Heart

Tetradic

Atomic Tangerine
Screamin' Green
Malibu
Pink Flamingo

Monochromatic

Fire
International Orange
Atomic Tangerine
Tuft Bush
White

Accessibility

Contrast with Black and White

Contrast with Black

UI Examples

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Contrast Ratio

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UI Examples

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Closest Color Matches

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Polychromos

burnt ochre

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Burnt Ochre 50%

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orange glaze

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Herculanum Red

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dark cadmium orange

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Brown Ochre

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Raw Sienna

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Polychromos

light yellow ochre

#183 • #FCBC5F

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Polychromos

brown ochre

#182 • #C4925D

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Polychromos

cadmium orange

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Similar Colors

Colors with similar hex values and appearance to Atomic Tangerine

Fresh Cantaloupe

#FF9C68

Pink-orange

#FF9966

Mock Orange

#FF9863

Peach Cobbler

#FFA167

Cloudberry

#FFA168

Orange Spice

#FEA060

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hex code for Atomic Tangerine?
The hex code for Atomic Tangerine is #FF9C66. The RGB values are (255, 156, 102). You can find more formats like CMYK and LAB in the Color Conversions section.
What colors go with Atomic Tangerine?
Atomic Tangerine pairs well with its complementary color, Malibu (#66c9ff). It also works great with analogous colors (neighbors on the wheel) and triadic combinations. See our recommended pairings for more ideas.
Is Atomic Tangerine accessible for text?
No, Atomic Tangerine is not readable on white backgrounds. It is not readable on black backgrounds. For detailed contrast ratios and WCAG scores, check the accessibility section.
How do I use Atomic Tangerine in CSS?

You can use Atomic Tangerine in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:

.atomic-tangerine {
  background-color: #FF9C66;
  color: #FFFFFF;
}

For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.

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