warm color

Red or orange

Warm colors are those in the red-yellow range of the spectrum—reds, oranges, yellows, and their variants.

They're called warm because they evoke fire, sunlight, and heat.

In design and art, warm colors advance visually and create energy, while cool colors (blues, greens) recede: The room felt cozy with its warm color palette.

Also warm colours in British English.

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amber · crimson · sunset · sunset hues · golden · golden hour · fiery · cozy · autumn · fall foliage · autumn leaves · Indian summer · rust · terracotta · red brick · copper · flame · coral

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Opposites
color temperature

warm colorblue

Primary color; also sad

green · violet · cyan · teal · blue-green

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G