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Orange · 🇯🇵 和色

白橡 (Shirotsurubami)

#DCB879

A light vivid 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 accent colors and attention-grabbing elements.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
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Split Complementary
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Darker Shades
Lighter Tints

Visual Analysis

Hue38°
Saturation59%
Lightness67%
This is a light color with moderate saturation. It falls in the orange hue family (38°).

Technical Values

HEX#DCB879
RGBrgb(220, 184, 121)
HSLhsl(38, 59%, 67%)
CMYK0%, 16%, 45%, 14%
ContrastLight
CSSbackground: #DCB879;

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
1.88:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
11.18:1
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: black (#000000).

Color Psychology

Color Temperature

This warm-toned color (hue 38°) 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

With 67% lightness, this color feels lightweight and expansive. Light colors psychologically reduce perceived weight of UI elements by up to 20%, making interfaces feel more airy.

Saturation Impact

Moderate saturation (59%) 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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