Sunset Orange

HEX: #FD5E53 | Modern Palette

On White
3.04:1
FAIL
On Black
6.90:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#FD5E53
RGB
253, 94, 83
HSL
3°, 97% ,65%
CMYK
0, 63, 67, 1

About Sunset Orange

Sunset Orange (#FD5E53) is a color with RGB(253, 94, 83) and HSL(3.9°, 97.7%, 65.9%). It is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Neon styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #53F2FD, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #53FD5E and #5E53FD. The name comes from Sunset Orange (English).

  • HEX: #FD5E53
  • RGB: 253, 94, 83
  • HSL: 3.9°, 97.7%, 65.9%
  • Mood: Energetic, Bold
  • Style: Vivid, Neon
  • Use case: Text, Button, Accent
  • Complementary color: #53F2FD
  • Triadic colors: #53FD5E, #5E53FD
  • The name comes from Sunset Orange (English).

Live Components

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Color Palettes

Sunset Orange #FD5E53 is used in Monochromatic, Neutral + Accent, Analogous, 3 + 1 + 1 palettes, giving designers ready-made combinations for backgrounds, surfaces, accents, and interface elements.

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
 
 
 
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Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
 
 
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Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
 
 
 
 
 
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.
 
 
 
 
 

Color Harmonies

Sunset Orange #FD5E53 pairs with #53F2FD as its complementary color, and #53FD5E and #5E53FD in triadic combinations. These harmony relationships help create balanced color combinations for UI, branding, and design work.

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

SUNSET ORANGE
Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

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Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

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Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

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Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

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Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

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Shades & Tints

The shade and tint range for Sunset Orange #FD5E53 moves from dark #190200 tones through the base color to lighter #FFE7E6 tones, making it useful for depth, hierarchy, and background variation.

SUNSET ORANGE

Color Characteristics

Mood
Energetic Bold
Style
Vivid Neon
Use case
Text Button Accent

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #A3A349
Protanopia #7D7D55
Tritanopia #FD5D5D
Achromatopsia #949494

Frequently Asked Questions

Sunset Orange (#FD5E53) is a color with RGB(253, 94, 83) and HSL(3.9°, 97.7%, 65.9%).

#FD5E53 pairs strongly with #53F2FD as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#FD5E53 is suitable for Text, Button, Accent and works well with Vivid, Neon styles.

#FD5E53 is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold.

The name Sunset Orange is linked to Sunset Orange from English, meaning A color resembling the hues of a sunset, specifically those in the orange spectrum..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Sunset Orange
Meaning A color resembling the hues of a sunset, specifically those in the orange spectrum.
Language English
First Recorded Use Mid-20th Century

History

The concept of 'orange' as a distinct color name in English only emerged after the introduction of the orange fruit to Europe in the late Middle Ages. Before that, it was often considered a shade of red or yellow. 'Sunset' as a descriptive term for the evening sky is ancient. The combination 'Sunset Orange' is a modern descriptive compound, reflecting a common practice of naming colors after natural phenomena. Its popularity likely surged as color palettes became more sophisticated and descriptive names were needed to differentiate shades. It evokes warmth, vibrancy, and the end of a day.

First Recorded Use

While the individual words 'sunset' and 'orange' have ancient origins, the specific compound color name 'Sunset Orange' likely gained traction and common usage in the mid-20th century with the rise of standardized color naming in industries like fashion, automotive, and interior design. Precise first documented use is difficult to pinpoint without extensive historical textile or paint catalog research, but its descriptive nature suggests a natural emergence.

Cultural Associations

The color 'Sunset Orange' is widely associated with warmth, energy, and natural beauty. In many cultures, sunsets are seen as symbols of peace, reflection, and the passage of time. The orange hue itself can represent enthusiasm, creativity, and autumn. It's a popular color in branding for products aiming to convey warmth, naturalness, or a tropical feel. It's also frequently used in art and photography to capture dramatic and evocative landscapes.

Similar Named Colors
Red Orange #FF5349 ΔE 1.89
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Bittersweet #FE6F5E ΔE 3.26
Tomato #FF6347 ΔE 4.21

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #FD5E53;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #FD5E53;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #FD5E53;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #FD5E53,
        #53F2FD
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #FD5E53,
        #53F2FD
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$sunset-orange: #FD5E53;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$sunset-orange-r: 253;
$sunset-orange-g: 94;
$sunset-orange-b: 83;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $sunset-orange;
    color: rgba($sunset-orange-r, $sunset-orange-g, $sunset-orange-b, 0.8);
}