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Orange · 🇯🇵 和色

煤竹 (Susutake)

#6E552F

A deep muted orange with warm undertones. A traditional Japanese color (和色) with deep cultural roots in kimono, ink painting, and seasonal aesthetics.

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Emotion & Mood

Emotion
BalancedWarm
Mood
StableGrounded

Personality & Symbolism

BalancedApproachableVersatile
Cultural Symbolism

Rooted in Japanese culture, nature, and seasonal beauty.

Recommended Use

Suitable for backgrounds and subtle design elements.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
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+
#2f496f
Split Complementary
#2f686f
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#362f6f
Darker Shades
Lighter Tints

Visual Analysis

Hue36°
Saturation40%
Lightness31%
This is a dark color with moderate saturation. It falls in the orange hue family (36°).

Technical Values

HEX#6E552F
RGBrgb(110, 85, 47)
HSLhsl(36, 40%, 31%)
CMYK0%, 23%, 57%, 57%
ContrastDark
CSSbackground: #6E552F;

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
6.99:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
3.00:1
AA AAA

WCAG 2.1 requires a contrast ratio of ≥4.5:1 for AA (normal text) and ≥7:1 for AAA. Best text color for this background: white (#FFFFFF).

Color Psychology

Color Temperature

This warm-toned color (hue 36°) triggers psychological responses associated with energy, comfort, and action. Warm colors appear to advance towards the viewer, making elements feel closer and more prominent.

Visual Weight

At 31% lightness, this color carries substantial visual weight. Dark colors add perceived importance and gravity to elements. Research shows dark elements are perceived as 10-30% heavier.

Saturation Impact

Moderate saturation (40%) strikes a balance between engagement and comfort. These tones can be viewed for extended periods without fatigue, making them ideal for interfaces used daily.

Design Applications

Creative Industries

Conveys enthusiasm and creativity — perfect for design studios, digital agencies, and entertainment brands.

Youth & Social

Friendly and approachable — ideal for social platforms, gaming UIs, and youth-oriented products.

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